Cornwall Works

This is for you if you want access to low cost credit and saving facilities, but find it difficult to obtain these from mainstream providers. All the money saved in Cornish credit unions stays in Cornwall, so they're great for people who want to invest in local communities too. Cornwall Council works with all four credit unions in Cornwall. Some operate across the whole of Cornwall, others are open to people living in specific areas.  

This service is for you if you are a lone parent. You can see a lone parent advisor who can provide help with a range of services.

This can only be accessed through your Jobcentre Plus Advisor.

This is for you if you are looking to improve your skills and get training and support to go into work or self-employed. They deliver Skills for Life, ICT computer skills, motivational and vocational training including PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector, covering teaching in continuing and adult education), the New Enterprise Allowance (self-employment support), and they run a weekly job club and other support.

This is for you if you are a microbusiness based on the Isles of Scilly and would like support with training costs. This may include over 50% of the costs towards training, travel to the mainland and accommodation depending on eligibility. Project ends Dec 2013. Call 01720 424300 or email tpeacock@scilly.gov.uk.

This programme is for you if you want to progress towards work, as it offers interview skills, CV writing and job search assistance, and the opportunity to gain NVQs and literacy and numeracy qualifications. There is also English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) learning for migrant workers and families.  

This programme is for you if you want to progress towards work, as it offers interview skills, CV writing and job search assistance, and the opportunity to gain NVQs and literacy and numeracy qualifications. There is also English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) learning for migrant workers and families.  

This programme is for you if you are a smoker and wish to give up the habit.

This programme is for you if you are an existing business, or a business looking to diversify into the environment sector. The project offers you access to high level training via seminars, conferences and other bespoke training to address skills gaps.

This is for you if you would like support with your recovery from substance misuse and with building confidence, preventing relapse, establishing new skills and exploring employment opportunities in a relaxed and safe environment. We offer a personalised one to one key worker approach, a structured day programme and a 16 week relapse prevention programme. We also run a Sports and Healthy Living Project.

This is for you if you would like Internet access in a safe environment at a local library, and help to learn basic computer and IT skills. You can get computer taster sessions tailored to your needs and informal one-to-one tuition with qualified trainers on topics such as keeping touch with your family by email, online job applications, and using Microsoft applications. Tutorials are charged at £3.50 per hour, concessionary rates are available.

Cornwall Works: 01872 355015 – The Cornwall Works Hub is a gateway to support no matter what barrier you may have.

Citizens Advice Bureau: 0844 499 4188 – For independent free debt advice and support.

National Careers Service: 0800 100 900 - Free careers advice to help you get on in work and life. 

Housing Advice: 0300 123 4161 – Housing advice from Cornwall Council for private and social housing, council tax and benefits advice.

Jobcentre Plus: 0800 055 6688 – For benefits advice and assistance and back to work support.

Volunteer Cornwall: 01872 265308 – Help to find a voluntary opportunity that will suit your needs and interests.

Business Link: 0845 600 9966 – A range of information, advice and support if you are considering self employment.

Community Energy Plus: 0800 954 1956 – Advice on energy related grants, insulation and fuel costs.

NHS Direct: 0845 4647 – Health advice and information, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Cornish Community Banking: 0800 055 6873 – A Credit Union in Cornwall providing a range of affordable loans, savings and current accounts.

The Family Information Service Directory - Click here for signposting and information on services and organisations for children, young people, parents and carers of young people aged 0-20, or -25 if they have additional needs.

Counselling Directory: 08448 030240 - An online directory of UK counsellors and psychotherapists with useful information about counselling and how it can help. The site includes personal testimonies. 

Cornwall Carers Service Helpline: 01872 266383 - Offering a wide range of information, support and services to carers, family and friends of carers, and those who are working to improve the quality of life for carers. The helpline is open to all, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, with an out-of-hours answer phone for messages. 


Also take a look at our Delivering for Families, Work for Yourself, or Cornwall Works 50+ sections.

See our pages on Work Clubs in Cornwall, or Enterprise Clubs in Cornwall.

Click here to go to our page on Foodbanks in Cornwall - where individuals and families in financial crisis can get access to food.  

Please fill in this survey to give us the information we need, or email us at info@cornwallworks.org.uk if you have any further questions. Thank you.