Careers

Do you want to build a new career? Tired of the same old thing every day?

People tell us that one of the main reasons they decide to retrain is because they've had enough of working for other people, and want to be proud of their career. Our own research shows that nearly one in five people actually hate their job, and that's too many.

Retraining is hard work, but if you've got the motivation and determination to stick with it, you can build yourself a successful career. Here's a guide to what you could be earning in a new job when you have gained experience.

Remember, if you set up your own company and put in the hours, you could earn a lot more.


Plumber£35,000
Renewable Energy Engineer£45,000
Software Developer£50,000
Management Consultant£50,000
HR Manager£30,000
Legal Secretary£36,000
Accountant£40,000
Graphic Designer£30,000

All figures from nextstep.direct.gov.uk