Helping You Back Into Work

Looking for a job? Need some help and support? Then Careers Springboard West Berkshire can help.

Meetings Programme

Our 2025 Spring programme of meetings starts on Wednesday 9th January. Details will be found on our programme page. You can also download a PDF copy (print A4 double-sided, then fold into A5). You'll need to register with us to attend (registration is free). Go to 'How To Join' on the job seekers' page.

Job-seeking topics we cover in our programme include:

• Improving Your CV

• Locating 'hidden' (e.g. unadvertised) jobs

• Developing Your Network and Networking Skills

• Effective use of LinkedIn

• Working With Agencies

• How To Impress At Interviews

• Marketing Your Capabilities

These topics - and more - are covered in our programme of meetings. As well as our meetings our team of volunteers can offer 1-on-1 guidance.

Newcomers are always welcome. We look forward to helping you. Read the job seekers' page for more information.

As well as our programme of meetings check out our other services for jobseekers which include 1-on-1 sessions to help with career planning, CV writing, interview preparation etc. If you know of someone who might need our help but does not know about us, why not print out our flier (PDF) and pass it on. See also our Frequently asked Questions page or contact us for further information.

Is It For Me?

We often get questions from potential joiners about whether our support group is suitable for them. Read the FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) page to address these common questions. If your question isn't answered please email: enquiries@careerswestberks.org.uk or Adrian on 07973 802916.

About Us

Careers Springboard West Berkshire (CSWB) is a self-help club for out-of-work professionals, executives and managers in the West Berkshire area who are seeking a new job. This website gives information about:

• Our programme of meetings: covering topics such as creating your CV, the hidden job market, interviewing for jobs

• Details of benefits for job seekers: including individual guidance, access to a comprehensive job search database etc.

• Our volunteers: profiles of existing volunteers and how you can volunteer to be part of our friendly and helpful team

• Who we are: our background and how we operate.

• Our privacy policy: this explains how we use the personal data of those who register with us and attend our meetings.

If You Are Unemployed

You are welcome to sign up and come to our meetings and use our services. Please read about how to join and see the programme page for details of our weekly meetings held on Wednesday afternoons.

Please note: attendance at meetings and use of our services are free.

How We Operate

We are a volunteer-led organisation that receives core financial support from The Foundation for Jobseekers but also receive occasional support from other organisations. See the background pages for more information on our organisation.