For many, it’s a golden opportunity to start afresh and try something different.
For others, the pandemic may have forced their hand, pushing them to find a new job or retrain.
Whatever the circumstances, one career which may be in your thoughts is teaching.
And if you like the idea of working with young people, helping and inspiring the next generation, a new training course - one of the only ones of its type in the country - could be a perfect stepping stone.
North Essex Teacher Training has released details of its new undergraduate route for those hoping to graduate with Qualified Teacher Status.