Labour Market Information for Parents and Carers

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.

The information on this page will help you to:

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