Library online resources
Library members have access to these resources free of charge - join online.
- Cobra - Complete business reference adviser online - a range of business support for start-ups and small firms. (Unavailable due to essential maintenance from 6am - midday on 30/11/2023.)
- FutureLearn - A wide variety of free online courses from top UK universities and specialist organisations.
- Go Citizen - Practice questions for UK citizenship tests.
- Google Digital Garage - Free digital skills courses.
- Kanopy - Learn something new with The Great Courses, as part of Kanopy's collection of films and documentaries.
- Learn My Way - Learn how to use the internet. Free courses on using a computer, browsing the web, sending an email and finding work online.
- Niche Academy - Learn how to use our library online resources with online video tutorials, as well as tutorials for getting started with social media and internet basics.
- Theory Test Pro - UK driving theory test.
- Universal Credit - How to guides - Interactive online courses provided by Learn My Way, including how to make your first claim online and what information you will need.
Additional resources
- Adviza - Careers advice and information.
- Adzuna - Job search.
- Agency Central - Recruitment agencies and career help.
- Berkshire Opportunities - Search all the jobs, apprenticeships and courses in Berkshire.
- Business Growth Hub -Free Business Advice and Support for Berkshire Businesses.
- Careers Springboard East Berkshire - Volunteer led, self-help group that provides guidance on job application and interview. for professional people and managers.
- Cumberland Lodge - interactive online discussions and debates.
- CXK - Careers advice and information.
- Find an apprenticeship
- Find a Job - Job search from GOV.UK
- Indeed - Job search.
- Job Help - Job search.
- Jobsite - Job search.
- Jooble - Job search.
- Live Career - CV writing support, CV format, Key Skills to add to CV, CV templates.
- Monster - Job search.
- National Careers Service - Careers advice and information.
- Prince's Trust - the best advice and guidance for young people to help develop your confidence and skills in finding a job or becoming self-employed.
- Reed - Job search.
- The Skills Toolkit - Free courses to help you learn new skills or get a new job.
- Totaljobs - Job search.
- UCAS - Universities and Colleges Admissions Service.
- Zety - Online CV and cover letter builder.