About Us

Planning4Change is based in Warrington, Cheshire and is led by Rosie Morris, a fully

qualified Careers Adviser and Secondary Teacher. She has over 20 years experience

working with young people and adults - helping them identify and achieve their career

goals. She has worked extensively in schools and colleges offering expert advice on

Careers Education Programmes, leading group sessions and providing 1:1 support.

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At Planning4Change we offer a friendly, confidential service to suit your needs. Our

advisers all have a Careers Guidance qualification at level 6 (this is the recommended

standard as recognised by the Career Development Institute). Our advisers also have

enhanced DBS clearance and are fully trained in data protection procedures. They are

fully committed to continuous professional development and have a wealth of

experience working in the career guidance sector.

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Rosie’s Story:  “I never had any careers advice when I was at school and just drifted into doing A’ levels and progressed on to university to study French and Economics, my favourite subjects. When I graduated I still had no idea what to do – I applied for a few jobs but was unsuccessful. My Dad suggested doing a PGCE, since I had always enjoyed being in education. I qualified as a secondary school teacher in 1992.  After 3 years teaching, I realised this wasn’t for me and decided to make a change. I gained a place on the JET programme, a government run initiative teaching English in Japan. This was a fabulous experience, living in a small town just outside Hiroshima and sampling a completely different culture, culminating in a 3 month trip around South-East Asia. On my return, I finally went to see a Careers Adviser who helped me to focus on what I really wanted out of life and what I had to offer. After a few sessions and some research I decided to train to be a Careers Adviser, since I enjoyed working in education but doing 1:1s and small group sessions rather than whole class teaching. I also had a genuine interest in the economy and job market. I qualified in 1999 and got a job straight away! I’ve loved my career for the past 23 years and hope to continue for many more. I hope I can help you find what you are really looking for and not make as many mistakes as I did!” Rosie Morris