You need a job but where do you go to find one?
Listed below are some of the options available to you.
Jobcentre
Plus
Jobcentre Plus has thousands of vacancies on
their national database. These can be accessed in the
Jobcentres either on boards or electronic terminals or via their
website. http://www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk/ -
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Newspapers
Most national and local newspapers have a
classified job section. Make sure you know what day the job
section is published and make sure you take note of any closing
dates on the adverts.
Trade
Publications
Most professional or specialist roles have a
trade association or journal e.g. Personnel Today, Marketing Week
etc. Most of these publications have a recruitment section at the
back.
Online
There is now a large selection of ‘internet
jobsites’ many of which advertise jobs and allow you to upload your
CV. A selection of the most popular include:
Most companies also have a ‘careers’ or
‘vacancies’ section on their website. Make a list of
companies in your town and visit their websites to see if they are
recruiting.
Recruitment
Agencies
Most recruitment agencies have temporary and
permanent vacancies. Recruitment agencies work by charging
employer for their services so you should not expect to pay to
register with one.
Word of
Mouth / Networking
It is estimated that 70% of jobs are never
actually advertised but are filled through word of mouth. Get
chatting to friends, family and neighbours and find out if their
company is recruiting or if they know of any vacancies.
Be
proactive
Another way of accessing these ‘hidden
vacancies’ is to market yourself. Put together a good
covering letter and CV and either deliver them or send them to
companies speculatively. It may be that they are just about
to advertise a vacancy that you would be perfect for.
Job
Fairs
These events are often organised by Jobcentre
Plus or local authorities and are attended by a range of local
employers. Go prepared, dress smartly, take along copies of
your CV and be prepared to talk to employers face to face.
Self
Employment
If you are struggling to find a job that is
right for you, you may wish to consider starting your own
business. There are a range of organisations including
Business Link that can provide advice and guidance on what you need
to do.
