Job-searching Skills

When you begin to job-search…..

Do you know where to look?

• Through Jobcentre Plus• Through newspapers• On the internet• By registering with recruitment

agencies• In trade journals• Through friends and other

people you know• Approaching employers• Online networks• On your TV and mobile phone

Where to look for job vacancies?

Source 1

Example

Source 2

Example

Source 3

Example

Describe 3 possible sources of job vacancies and provide examples from each. One of these sources should be accessed via the Internet.

Task 1

The most successful jobseekers are people who don't give up in their search and know all the places to look for work.

There are a number of ways you can search for jobs, including online.

Where to look for job vacancies?

Directgov has one of the UK's largest databases of job vacancies, which is updated constantly

(Universal Job Match). Search UJM to and find a job to suit you using the jobs and skills search.

Many companies advertise jobs on the internet

through their own websites, recruitment websites or online job boards owned by newspapers.

Where to look for job vacancies?Search the internet

Jobcentre Plus advisers can tell you about jobs in your local area and in other places. Once you find a job you’re

interested in, they will tell you how to apply. If possible, they will ring the employer there and then to

arrange an interview or send you an application form.

To use the phone service ring: 0845 6060 234. Lines are open between 8.00am and 6.00pm from Monday to Friday and between 9.00am and 1.00pm on Saturdays.

Where to look for job vacancies?Jobcentre Plus

Find out which day the local paper comes out and the days it advertises jobs. Newspapers also keep you up to date on which companies are moving

into the area and which are expanding.

You can use this information to apply to those companies before they advertise to see if there

are any jobs available. You may want to contact a company for more details about a job after

reading an article in the local press.

Where to look for job vacancies?Local Newspapers

Recruitment agencies advertise short and long-term jobs and some specialise in particular areas of work.

If you register with the relevant agencies in your local area you’ll be kept up to date on the latest vacancies available.

Where to look for job vacancies?Register with a recruitment agency

People you know can give you useful information about job hunting. It’s worth talking to them about the type of work

you’re looking for, your skills and experience. They may know about a suitable vacancy or think of you when they hear

about vacancies in the future. They may also be able to put in a good word for you at the company where they work.

Networking events and conferences are also a good way of meeting new contacts. Before attending the event, you

should think about what you want to get from it. You should also take a few copies of your CV along with you.

Where to look for job vacancies?Word of Mouth

A large number of jobs are never advertised, so it is worthwhile contacting companies to ask if they have any vacancies. A benefit of doing this is that you’re not competing against a large group of people, like

you would if the job was advertised.

Employers are used to people asking questions about jobs, so if they can find somebody without advertising

it saves them time and money.

Where to look for job vacancies?Approaching employers

Some employers now use social network sites such as Facebook and Twitter to recruit new staff.

To take advantage of this, make sure you’ve signed up with a relevant social networking site and create a profile that will impress potential employers.

Where to look for job vacancies?Online Networks

Download the apps:

• www.nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk• www.pathway2work.co.uk/job-seekers

Where to look for job vacancies?Mobile

• Jobcentre Plus• Recruitment Agencies• Training Providers (funded through

the Skills Funding Agency)• Job-clubs• Employment Resource Centre’s• Programme Centres• Online Networks• Connexions

Support Networks to help secure employment or training opportunities:

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Describe the support networks that are available to you to help you find work or training opportunities?

Support Networks to help secure employment or training opportunities:

A career plan is a plan that helps you determine your skills and interests, what career best suits your talents, and what skills and training you need for your chosen career.

What is a Career Plan?

• To help you focus on what you want to do and how to get there

• To help you determine your skills and interests what career best suits your talents

• To determine what skills and training you need for your chosen career

• To outline your ambitions and set yourself professional goals

The Purpose of a Career Plan is:

A career plan contains the following information:

• Name • Current Education and

Experience• Current Skills & Interests • Career Goal • Requirements • Plan to reach career goal:

(objectives)• Time-scales

What does a Career Plan contain?

• Career goal • Requirements• Current skills and interests • Plan to reach career goal

What does a Career Plan contain?

Name:

Current Education and Experience: Current Skills & Interests:

Career Goal: Requirements:

Plan to reach career goal: (objectives)

Time-scales:

What Information is on a Career Plan?

Name Date of Birth Address

Current Education & Experience

Current Skills & Interests

Career Goal

TaskCreate a career plan for yourself following

appropriate conventions regarding contents and layout.

Skills & Experience Requirements

DEVELOPMENT – Plan to reach career goals

Action To be Taken Target Date Date Completed

For More Information

For advice in how we can help your with your job-search

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