Caroline’s career transition into the green sector

At 62 years old, Caroline had spent many years working in financial services, where she developed a wide range of skills and experience.

After her last contract (covering maternity leave) came to an end, she found herself on Job Seeker’s Allowance while searching for her next opportunity.

However, the job market in financial services had dried up, leaving Caroline uncertain about her prospects.

That’s when she began to consider a career change, something she’d been thinking about for some time.

Exploring a new passion in green energy

Caroline had always been interested in the green energy sector and the growing industry of renewables.

This desire to contribute to a more sustainable future motivated her to explore the possibility of a career transition into this new field.

However, making such a significant shift felt daunting, and Caroline wasn’t sure where to begin.

After discussing her situation with her job coach, she was encouraged to reach out to the National Careers Service for advice.

Connecting with the National Careers Service

Caroline soon connected with Angie, an experienced careers adviser from the National Careers Service in Wiltshire.

During their meeting, Caroline explained her interest in moving into the renewable energy sector, sharing that it had been a long-time ambition of hers.

Angie listened carefully to Caroline’s goals and aspirations, offering valuable insights on how to navigate this transition.

Career resources tailored to the green sector

Understanding Caroline’s enthusiasm for green energy, Angie provided her with a range of resources tailored to the renewables sector.

She directed Caroline to several job websites specifically dedicated to opportunities in that industry, helping her identify potential roles that suited her skills and interests.

Angie also provided links to free training courses in green energy, allowing Caroline to expand her knowledge and become more competitive in the job market.

This advice was crucial in helping Caroline feel prepared for her career change.

Crafting a CV for a new career path

Another key part of their meeting involved updating Caroline’s CV.

Angie provided guidance on how to reframe her extensive experience in financial services to align with roles in the green sector.

They worked together to highlight Caroline’s transferable skills, such as project management, problem-solving, and analytical abilities, ensuring that her CV resonated with employers in the renewables industry.

The National Careers Service offers an excellent starting point for those seeking advice and guidance, looking to diversify their skillset, or even just someone to listen to their work-related concerns.

It’s always worth reaching out to ask for advice. Your career can develop in ways that are completely unexpected!