Supporting your young person to make informed choices about their future
Labour Market Information (LMI) helps us understand what is happening in the world of work. It provides information about:
- Jobs that are available now
- Careers expected to grow in the future
- Skills employers are looking for
- Salary and wage information
- Qualifications and training required
- Apprenticeship and employment opportunities
At Inspire College, we use LMI to help our learners make informed decisions about their future study, training, and employment options. Parents and carers are encouraged to access and use Labour Market Information to support their young person's career planning.
- Talk to your young person about careers and future opportunities.
- Learn more about apprenticeships and different career pathways.
- Explore job opportunities in the local area.
- Understand what skills employers are looking for.
- Discuss career ideas and goals at home.
- Explore local job market information together.
- Learn about the different options available after education.
Parents and careres are one of the biggest influences on a young person's career choices. Talking regularly about skills, interests, work experience and future goals can make a real difference to their confidence and decision-making.
Growth Areas and Employment Opportunities
Many employers in Nottinghamshire are looking for people with skills in sectors such as:
| Health and Social Care | Engineering and Manufacturing |
|---|---|
|
Support Worker Healthcare Assistant Nursing Occupational Therapy Care Management |
Mechanical Engineering Production Engineering CAD Design Advanced Manufacturing |
| Construction and Trades | Green and Environmental Careers |
|---|---|
|
Electrician Plumber Carpenters Construction Management Surveying |
Renewable Energy Sustainability Environmental Conservation Green Construction |
| Hospitality and Catering | Digital and Technology |
|---|---|
|
Professional Cookery Hospitality Management Customer Service Events and Tourism |
Digital Marketing Software Development Cyber Security IT Support Content Creation |
You can view more specific labour market information for your local area here.
How do Inspire College support young people?
At Inspire College, we support learners to:
- Develop the skills employers value.
- Build confidence for the future.
- Gain the knowledge needed for work and further study.
- Prepare for apprenticeships and employment.
- Develop the skills needed for independent living.
Our learners have access to:
- One-to-one careers guidance
- Employability support
- Job search
- Work experience opportunities
- Employer encounters
- Careers events and workshops
- Information on pathways into employment, further education and training
We also provide learners with up-to-date labour market information to help them understand employment trends and progression opportunities.
Upcoming dates for your diary
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Progress Review Meeting | 30 November - 4 December 2026 | All bases |
| Careers Fair | 24 February 2027 | MyPlace Mansfield |
| Apprentinceship Information | National Apprenticeship Week - 22 - 26 Feburary 2027 | All bases |
| Employer Engagement | Careers Week - 22 - 26 February 2027 | All bases |
Useful Career Resources
National Careers Service
nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
Explore job profiles, salaries and career pathways.
Careerometer
www.lmiforall.org.uk/careerometer
Compare earnings, working hours and future demand.
Skillsometer
skillmeter.com
Discover careers are linked to interests and strengths.
Start Profile
https://www.u-explore.com/page/startprofile
Career exploration and progression planning tools. Real-life career videos and stories.
