Connexions

Houghton le Spring Connexions Centre

Welcome to Houghton le Spring Connexions Centre

66 Newbottle Street
Houghton le Spring
DH4 4GB
Telephone 0191 561 6311

Opening Times
Monday 10am-4pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday 10am-4pm

If you need to speak to an adviser outside these times, the Directgov Careers Helpline for Young People offers free, confidential information and advice about the world of careers and learning for 13 to 19 year olds in England. Advisers are available between 8am-10pm, Monday-Sunday. The Helpline is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Call free on 0800 100 900, text 07766 413 219.

Internet Access

We offer free internet access and computer use in relation to employment, educational and training provision. You can also use dedicated software to help you decide which career might suit you best. You might also want to write and print a letter or create a CV. Someone will usually be available to help you use the computers.

Vacancies

We have a large display board in the front window of Houghton Connexions that displays a wide range of employment, educational and training opportunities. Once you've browsed through the opportunities available, staff will help you apply for them and can offer help with CVs and application forms.

Resources

We have a resource area where you will find lots of information on careers, health, money and other subjects. There are also newspapers which contain the latest job vacancies.