First jobs. Real experience. No CV? No problem.
Launchpad matches teens, school-leavers, college and university leavers with paid roles, weekend work, summer jobs, volunteering and work experience — filtered by what you're actually looking for and where you are.
We open region by region so there are always real local opportunities to apply for. Not in the North East yet? Join free, build your profile and pick your region — we'll tell you the day we open near you.
Stay safe — always talk to a parent, carer or trusted adult first
Before applying for a role, sharing personal details, or arranging to meet a potential employer, please check with a parent, guardian, teacher or another responsible adult. Never travel alone to a first meeting, and only meet in public places. Every role posted on Launchpad is reviewed by our moderators before it goes live — but you should still trust your instincts, and if anything feels wrong, stop and tell someone you trust.
CV builder made for you
Guided template that turns school, hobbies, volunteering and small experiences into a professional CV.
Map & radius search
See roles near you on a live map. Set your radius — walk, bus or bike distance.
Smart filters
Part-time, full-time, weekends, summer, weekday, no experience needed — refine in seconds.
Volunteering & work experience
Not just paid jobs. Build your story with placements that count.
Apply in one tap
Send your CV and a note directly. Employers can also reach out to you.
Built for beginners
Every role is tagged for the experience level required, so first-timers aren't hidden.
Employers: find young talent, not just CVs
Post part-time roles, weekend shifts, summer work or work experience placements. Search candidates by location, availability, and what they've done — school projects, volunteering, sports, anything relevant.
Every role is verified by our moderators — using the contact email and phone number you provide — before it becomes visible to young people. This usually takes less than 24 hours.