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Students often say their parents help them make key career decisions, with many also adding that their parents have the most influence on their career decisions.

Yet, many parent/carers say they don’t know where to get accurate online information to help them support their child.

Below are a few tips and a number of useful links to help you get started. Some have ‘quizzes’ to help start discussions about the different types of careers if your child has no idea about what to do.

Skills for Careers - Parents advice and resources by the Department for Education
Career Pilot - Plan for your future, try the Buzz Quizz
BBC Bitesize - Career ideas
Springpod - virtual work experience, degree tasters, apprenticeships and careers advice
Amazing Apprenticeships - search for live vacancies, application support and guidance
Get my first job - includes a guide for parents on apprenticeships and employment
UCAS Parent, Guardian and Carer Guide 2026
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Padlet

The Devon, Plymouth and Torbay Padlet is a fantastic online noticeboard where you can find up to date resources, opportunities, training and guidance in our local area, raising aspirations and keeping you connected with employers, educators and providers.