Other Opportunities
At Kelly Services we will do our best to find you a job that matches your skills, and aspirations. However in the current economic climate it can be harder to find and secure the right role.To help we have prepared a guide to advise you on other routes to employment or training.
Job Centre Plus
Jobcentre Plus is a government agency supporting people of working age and helping employers to fill their vacancies. Thousands of companies and recruitment agencies supply Job Centre Plus with their vacancies each week, so it’s worth checking regularly for new roles that might be suitable.
You can find out more in your local job centre or by searching online at the Job Centre Plus website:
www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk
Searching for jobs online
The Kelly Services website contains all of our latest jobs so it’s worth checking regularly for new vacancies that match your skills. For a broader range it’s worth registering with some of the UK’s leading job websites. You can search for jobs and upload your CV meaning that potential employers can match you against live roles. We recommend the following websites:
www.kellyservices.co.uk
www.totaljobs.com
www.monster.co.uk
www.fish4jobs.co.uk
Volunteering
Although volunteer work is unpaid there are many benefits that make it an option worth considering. Volunteering is a great way of maintaining a work discipline, learning new skills, and gaining experience. It’s also a good way to make contacts that may provide future employment opportunities. There are several organisations across the UK that can help with volunteer work. We recommend the following websites:
www.timebank.org.uk
www.vso.org.uk
www.do-it.org.uk
Training
There are a number of government run training initiatives that can help you improve your skills. These include the “Get On” programme, Train to Gain, and the Adult e-learning scheme. Visit the Government Careers Advice website:
www.advice.direct.gov.uk
Getting impartial Advice
The Citizens Advice Bureau offers impartial advice on searching for work, training and benefits. Their advisors are experts in clearly explaining the best options available to you. You can find your nearest Bureau at:
www.adviceguide.org.uk