CV Writing
Design a stand-out CV that highlights skills, values, and motivations, making a strong impression on employers and increasing interview opportunities.
Give Your Young Person the Best Start in Their Career
Helping school and college leavers secure interviews, job offers, and fulfilling careers.
CV & Application Support
Stand Out in Applications
Learn MoreInterview Preparation
Ace Your Interviews
Learn MoreCareer Planning & Psychometric Testing
Find the Right Career Path
Learn MoreApprenticeships & Networking
Connect with Opportunities
Learn Morealternatives to full time university
other pathways
Learn MoreExpert Careers Guidance for School and College Leavers
About Career Lift-Off
Inspired by Michael Stockwell, a careers guidance and development professional based in Basingstoke, the name of the business indicates the aim of future success for young person, something all parents desire. It also implies the development of confidence for every young person through gaining a sense of direction towards a career that gives the best chance of achieving their potential.
Michael Stockwell
Founder of Career Lift-Off
Practical Steps to a Successful Career Start
Services Offered
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Mock Interviews
Learn MoreGain confidence through realistic interview practice, receiving tailored feedback and learning key techniques to improve performance and secure job offers.
Apprenticeship Applications
Learn MoreGet expert help applying for higher and degree-level apprenticeships, including support with speculative applications. Complete with other strong candidates for much sought after corporate roles.
Career Planning & Action Plans
Learn MoreAssess career options based on skills, values, and motivations, developing a clear plan with structured next steps to stay on track toward career goals.
Psychometric Assessments (Optional)
Learn MoreUses standardised testing to measure career aptitudes, aspirations and personality, identifying suitable roles and sectors with a full interpretation report.
Reviewing Action Plans & Progress
Learn MoreReceive ongoing support with regular check-ins to adjust plans, track progress, and address challenges, ensuring continued career development.
Coaching to Network with Employers
Learn MoreLearn how to build relationships with employers and apprenticeship providers, developing networking skills to enhance career prospects.
Help Identifying Higher Education Courses
Learn Moreidentify university level certificate and diploma courses to help you to your career goals under the Lifelong Learning Entitlement.
Research Services (Optional)
Learn MoreGet personalised research to find career, apprenticeship, and education opportunities, provided on an agreed and justified basis.
Investing in Your Young Person’s Future
Who is Career Lift-Off aimed at?
At you as a parent of a young person who might tick one or more of the following boxes.
- You are concerned that your young person is at risk of drifting post-sixth form or who thinks that your young person has unrealistic or unworkable career goals.
- You are anxious about how much it will cost for your young person to gain a university degree through full-time study or who questions value for money.
- You notice that your young person is feeling stuck or anxious about the future. You yourself are worried that they lack a career plan or direction when children of other parents seems to have this.
- You want to help your young person to become financially independent in adulthood through having a well-paid career by their mid-twenties.
What Clients Have Said
Priced for Value, Designed for Success
Pricing & Packages
Transparent Pricing – Choose the Support You Need
Client A – One-Off Career Assessment
£75
(£95 with report)
A standalone career assessment meeting.
- Career assessment session.
- Optional detailed report (£20 extra).
- Personalised advice on career pathways.
Client B – Comprehensive Career Assessment & Action Plan
£125
A structured session covering career assessment, action planning, and goal setting.
- Career assessment with in-depth guidance
- Personalised report with career action plan
- Assistance in defining career goals and next steps
Client C – CV Design, Job Applications & Interviews
£125
(Each Service)
Tailored support to write job applications, CV writing, and mock interviews.
- CV writing including a consultation meeting.
- Speculative applications (price above per appointment).
- Mock interviews for real or imagined roles (including preparation).
Client D – Psychometric Assessment Package
£250
Assessment of personality, aptitudes and work-task preferences through standardised tests.
- Pre-assessment briefing.
- Online psychometric assessment.
- Full interpretation and career matching report.
Additional Services – Research & Career Support
£35
/ Per Hour
Optional research and tailored career support to help find the best opportunities for your young person.
- In-depth research on career, apprenticeship, and education opportunities
- Personalised assistance based on specific career goals.
- Research agreed in advance through fully costed estimates.
Get in Touch for a Free 15-Minute Intro Chat
Contact & Booking
If you’d like to discuss how Career Lift-Off can support your young person, contact Michael directly:
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Blog & Resources
Read the Career Lift-Off monthly blog with insights on apprenticeships, job applications, interviews and labour market information and predictions.
Not Going to University? Why an Apprenticeship Could Be a Better Choice
Well, the March 2025 blog attempts to give both a parent and young person perspective
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