Chat online to Connexions
Connexions advisers are now able to offer a live webchat service offering information and guidance to young people.
Following a successful trial, Connexions Advisers are now able to offer information, advice and guidance to Oxfordshire Young People via live web chat. Over thirty advisers, including schools-based Connexions Workers, Opportunities Officers and specialist support staff have been trained so far at offering support by chat.
Webchat offers an instant service to young people wanting support in accessing education, employment and training opportunities. Young people can also talk about other issues, including problems and information about local activities.
Connexions Advisers and Youth information workers are available to chat online to young people weekdays from 10am and 5pm and Tue-Thu 5pm-7pm from 7th June. Out-of-hours, young people can leave a message that will be picked up and answered the following working day.
Positive feedback
So far this service has been very much appreciated by those that use it. Here are some comments from recent users:
- "Thank you so much for your advice, I was very stuck on what to do."
- "I think this service is very useful."
- "Thanks it was good just to talk."
- "Thank you very much I will try again with your advice."
- "You have been great help to me. Thank you for taking the time to listen to me and help me I really do appreciate it."
- "That's fab. Thank you so much for your time. We have direction!"
Accessing the service
Webchat can be accessed via the Connexions website www.spired.com/online or by clicking the link below:
