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Become a mentor and inspire a young persontransform a life enjoy a rewarding experience

Getting involved is an inspiring, flexible way to help a young person unlock their true potential and discover the right career path for them.

We are
Career Ready

The national social mobility charity at the heart of a network of educators and employers who all believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to kickstart a rewarding future.

About us

Why we exist

Unlimited potential, limited opportunity

The futures of far too many young people are determined by background, not potential.

We exist to fix this by connecting young people to the world of work.

Who we support

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What we do

OUR PROGRAMMES

Structured, high-impact careers programmes delivered in the workplace and schools & colleges.

OUR NETWORK

3,300 volunteers from local and national employers across all industry sectors.

OUR EXPERIENCE

20 years experience, multi-funded by the Careers & Enterprise Company and cited as a ‘provider of high-quality support.’

The network that works for young people

We empower young people by connecting them with the world of work, providing workplace experiences, career insights, and a network of support.

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STUDENTS

VOLUNTEERS

EMPLOYERS

SCHOOLS/COLLEGES

Our impact

Real people, real change

Working with our network we give young people a platform to develop new skills, grow their confidence, and find the right career path for them.

Our impact

“From one GCSE to a first-class degree – that’s my story. If I didn’t have Career Ready in my life, I don’t know how far I would have got.”

Daniel Clarke, 2005-07 alumni

“Without Career Ready I would be coming to the end of college with no ambitions or motivation. I wouldn’t be going to university, especially not anywhere away from home.”

Megan Harrington, 2015-17 alumni

“Career Ready breaks down barriers and allows young people to establish business relationships, creating a network of opportunities to aid future progression.”

Senior Leadership Team, Cardiff & Vale College

“Career Ready and the commitment of Glasgow employers makes this a key partnership in assisting with the council’s mission to improve the career prospects of young people.”

Gary Condie, Principal Officer Employability & Skills, Glasgow City Council

of Career Ready students go into positive destinations.

of teachers said that our Career Starter sessions enhanced prior learning.

of Career Ready students said that communication & networking is now a skill strength.

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We help schools reach 7/8 Gatsby Benchmarks for Good Careers Guidence.

Latest news and views

An open letter to Scotland’s young people

An open letter to Scotland’s young people

Career Ready2022-08-08T12:50:47+00:00Monday 08 August 2022|

Employers invest in future workforce with UK-wide internship scheme

Employers invest in future workforce with UK-wide internship scheme

Career Ready2022-07-22T15:36:48+00:00Friday 22 July 2022|

Career Ready announce three new trustee appointments

Career Ready announce three new trustee appointments

Career Ready2022-07-11T15:18:00+00:00Monday 11 July 2022|

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Success stories

We’re proud of the progress our young people make, their transformational relationships with our volunteers and the often life-changing experiences of the world of work provided by our employer supporters. Read more…

Become a mentor and inspire a young persontransform a life enjoy a rewarding experience

We are
Career Ready

Why we exist