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17/02/2016
Directory Of Practical Info And Advice Published For Jobseekers
Following the news of a fall in the number of people claiming unemployment benefits, nidirect has compiled a directory of practical information and advice for anyone looking for a job.
Develop your skills
Whether you're a school leaver or someone looking to return to work, developing your skills can help you to gain confidence and the skills you need to get the job you want.
From further education colleges and universities, to improving your essential skills like maths and computing, there are lots of courses and programmes available. Visit our skills to succeed pages to find out more.
• Skills to succeed
Careers advice
If you've just left school or university, or maybe you've decided to change jobs, getting some careers advice can help you take that next step into employment.
• Careers Service
Visit your local job centre
Advisors at your local job centre can give you lots of help and support if you are looking for work. They can:
• help you to develop the skills and competence to become employable, if you are not 'job-ready'
• match you to suitable job opportunities
• jointly administer Jobseekers Allowance, Income Support and Incapacity Benefit in Jobs and Benefits Offices
You can find your local job centre at the link below.
• Find your local Jobs and Benefits Office
Applying for jobs
Job hunting can be nerve-racking, but there are things you can do to get prepared:
get your CV sorted and keep it up to date
speak to the Careers Service or your local job centre
read our advice on job application forms and interviews
You can find links below:
• CVs and cover letters
• Job application forms and letters
• Job interviews
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Develop your skills
Whether you're a school leaver or someone looking to return to work, developing your skills can help you to gain confidence and the skills you need to get the job you want.
From further education colleges and universities, to improving your essential skills like maths and computing, there are lots of courses and programmes available. Visit our skills to succeed pages to find out more.
• Skills to succeed
Careers advice
If you've just left school or university, or maybe you've decided to change jobs, getting some careers advice can help you take that next step into employment.
• Careers Service
Visit your local job centre
Advisors at your local job centre can give you lots of help and support if you are looking for work. They can:
• help you to develop the skills and competence to become employable, if you are not 'job-ready'
• match you to suitable job opportunities
• jointly administer Jobseekers Allowance, Income Support and Incapacity Benefit in Jobs and Benefits Offices
You can find your local job centre at the link below.
• Find your local Jobs and Benefits Office
Applying for jobs
Job hunting can be nerve-racking, but there are things you can do to get prepared:
get your CV sorted and keep it up to date
speak to the Careers Service or your local job centre
read our advice on job application forms and interviews
You can find links below:
• CVs and cover letters
• Job application forms and letters
• Job interviews
(MH/LM)
Related Northern Ireland Recruitment News Stories
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24 April 2013
National Job Shadow Day Will Help Eliminate Barriers For Disabled People
Fine Gael Clare Senator and Seanad Spokesperson on Disability, Martin Conway, has said that National Job Shadow Day 2013 will help to eliminate barriers to employment for people with disabilities by promoting inclusion. Senator Conway is taking part in the initiative by welcoming a job seeker to Leinster House, who will shadow him for the day.
National Job Shadow Day Will Help Eliminate Barriers For Disabled People
Fine Gael Clare Senator and Seanad Spokesperson on Disability, Martin Conway, has said that National Job Shadow Day 2013 will help to eliminate barriers to employment for people with disabilities by promoting inclusion. Senator Conway is taking part in the initiative by welcoming a job seeker to Leinster House, who will shadow him for the day.
10 April 2013
LRC Proposals Provide Enhanced Job Security
The Labour Relations Commission (LRC) proposals for a new public service agreement provide enhanced job security and significant protection from outsourcing for workers in Irish hospitals, according to SIPTUs National Health Division Organiser, Paul Bell.
LRC Proposals Provide Enhanced Job Security
The Labour Relations Commission (LRC) proposals for a new public service agreement provide enhanced job security and significant protection from outsourcing for workers in Irish hospitals, according to SIPTUs National Health Division Organiser, Paul Bell.
15 September 2009
BAE Systems Plans Job Cuts
Over 1,000 jobs could be lost at leading engineering company, BAE Systems. It has started a consultation regarding the potential closure of one of its UK sites and job cuts at another three, with the loss of an expected 1,116 jobs.
BAE Systems Plans Job Cuts
Over 1,000 jobs could be lost at leading engineering company, BAE Systems. It has started a consultation regarding the potential closure of one of its UK sites and job cuts at another three, with the loss of an expected 1,116 jobs.
09 July 2009
Corus 'To Axe 366 Jobs'
Steelmaker Corus is believed to be axing 366 jobs at its Scunthorpe site in North East England. The company has said that it has "announced proposals to improve the competitiveness of its Scunthorpe site by aligning costs with anticipated steel demand". Consultations with employees and their representatives have begun on the site today.
Corus 'To Axe 366 Jobs'
Steelmaker Corus is believed to be axing 366 jobs at its Scunthorpe site in North East England. The company has said that it has "announced proposals to improve the competitiveness of its Scunthorpe site by aligning costs with anticipated steel demand". Consultations with employees and their representatives have begun on the site today.
15 January 2015
Craigavon To Host Major Job Fair And Advice Forum
Craigavon is to play host to a major Job Fair and Advice Forum on Thursday 5 February between 10am and 5pm. The event, which is free and open to all, will take place in the Seagoe Hotel, Craigavon. The Job Fair has been organised by the Department for Employment and Learning (DEL) in conjunction with Craigavon Borough Council.
Craigavon To Host Major Job Fair And Advice Forum
Craigavon is to play host to a major Job Fair and Advice Forum on Thursday 5 February between 10am and 5pm. The event, which is free and open to all, will take place in the Seagoe Hotel, Craigavon. The Job Fair has been organised by the Department for Employment and Learning (DEL) in conjunction with Craigavon Borough Council.
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