Welcome to The Work and Skills Interchange
We know it can be complicated out there, we are all about connections and joining things up
Search here by keyword to find the support that is right for you
Find the support that’s right for you
Explore our categories to find the guidance, tools, and information that best match your needs. If in doubt then you can always call our Helpdesk for free: 0800 654 6341 or use the 'contact us' found at the bottom of every page.
For Me
Find guidance on improving your wellbeing, developing new skills, and progressing in work
For Employers
We connect employers with local and regional programmes designed to strengthen business resilience, boost productivity and create healthier, more inclusive workplaces
For Providers
Are you a provider who works within the Work, Health or Skills arena? Then this page is for you. If you have a service/programme or initiative, that is funded, or part funded then we want to hear for you.
Who are we and what do we do?
The Interchange is all about connection. Its purpose is to link individuals and employers to the work, health, and skills support they need—bringing together services and the people who can benefit from them, all under one roof. This site is owned and managed by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
The Work and Skills Interchange is led by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority. It’s part of the Get Britain Working Economic Inactivity Trailblazer, supported by funding from the Department for Work and Pensions.
Explore these options
Careers Hub
The York & North Yorkshire Careers Hub brings together schools, colleges, employers, and apprenticeship providers. The goal is to make it easier for schools and colleges to improve how they prepare young people for their next steps. Find out more by clicking here.
Adult Skills Fund
The purpose of the Adult Skills Fund is to support adult learners to gain skills which will lead them to meaningful, sustained, and relevant employment, or enable them to progress to further learning. Find the Free Courses for Jobs here.
Connect to Work
The Connect to Work programme in York and North Yorkshire is designed so that you can move confidently into employment. Find out if you are eligible for support.
Growth Hub
Whether your business is starting or growing, we can help. Get in touch today and let’s make some magic happen.
Skills Bootcamps
Skills Bootcamps are part funded, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and an offer of an interview with an employer upon completion. Learning can take place at a college, another training provider or online.
Apprenticeship Information
Curious about apprenticeships, or want to find out more? If you're an employer you'll need to know what your options are. If you're an individual you'll need to find the right apprenticeship for you.
Unsure what to do or where to turn?
When life feels confusing or uncertain, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Book a “Life Chat” with one of our trusted professionals today.
Navigators Hub
The Navigators Hub is for you if you have undertaken Work and Skills Navigator training. Here you will find information and resources that will help you to help others make informed choices about their learning, work and wellbeing. Want to know more about being a Navigator?