Get Sorted Colchester
Looking for your next step? Whether you're searching for a job, apprenticeship, training opportunity, or support with Maths and English qualifications, Get Sorted is here to help.
Get Sorted brings together employers, training providers and careers advisers to help young people explore opportunities and access the support they need to move forward with confidence.
What can you do at Get Sorted?
- receive careers advice and guidance
- connect with local employers
- meet training and education providers
- find out about qualifications and courses
- explore opportunities in employment, training and apprenticeships in your area
- attend workshops
Workshops
Throughout the event, free workshops will be available covering support for young people and their next steps.
Supporting Your Young Person's Future
A guide for parents/carers for post-16 choices
On the hour throughout the event.
Get Job-Ready with Functional Skills and Employability Support
Delivered by Colchester Institute
Every half hour throughout the event.
Event details
Date: Monday 7 September
Location: Townhouse Youth Centre, Colchester, 39-42 East Stockwell Street, Colchester CO1 1SS,
Session times:
- Quiet session: 10.30am to 11.00am - this offers a calmer environment for anyone who may benefit from a quieter setting.
- Open session: 11.00am to 2.00pm
Who can attend?
The event is open to young people aged 16 to 19, or up to 25 with SEND.
No booking required – simply turn up on the day.
For support or more information, contact: [email protected]
Delivered in partnership with Essex Youth Service.
Getting to the venue
Find directions on Google Maps
Location: what3words ///crowd.boil.wins
- By bus: The venue is a 10-minute walk from Colchester Bus Station, with regular services operating from across Essex.
- By train: Colchester Town railway station is approximately a 10-minute walk from the venue. Colchester (North) station is around a 20-minute walk away, with local bus services available.
- By car: There are several pay-and-display car parks nearby, including St Mary's Car Park and Priory Street Car Park.
- Walking and cycling: The venue is easily accessible from the city centre, with cycle parking available nearby.
- Venue: There is a lift to enable wheelchair users to get onto both levels.