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Additional Financial Support continuedFinding Part-time WorkCouncil TaxThe Council Tax combines a tax on property with a personalelement depending on the status of the occupants ofthe property. Full-time students may be exempt fromCouncil Tax.If you live in Halls of Residence, you don't have to payCouncil Tax. If you live on your own, or everyone in yourhome is a student, you may not have to pay Council Tax.You may also be able to claim a discount or Council TaxRebate, depending on your circumstances.For more information contact:Manchester Council Tax Unit:Tel: 0161 455 1100 or 0161 907 9400Email: ctax.enquiries@manchester.gov.ukStudent Information Point (SIP):Tel: 0161 247 6888E-mail: SIP@mmu.ac.ukCheshire:www.cheshire.gov.uk/budget/counciltaxInsurance:If you live in University owned Halls of Residence, you arecovered by a block policy which provides insurance forpersonal possessions against various risks, including theftfrom University buildings. Details of the cover are availablefrom Hall Wardens or through the Accommodation office.If you are living in private accommodation, you must takeout adequate insurance which might be an extension of yourfamily’s household contents policy.You should check that you have adequate cover to suit yourparticular circumstances and you are strongly advised totake out such insurance (or additional insurance) as youconsider necessary.Working for up to 15 hours a week can be anexcellent way to supplement your student income,gain new skills and even help you to time manageyour studies. There are several ways you canfind employment:Student UnionProvide details of part-time vacancieswww.csi.mmu.ac.uk/jobs/MMU Careers ServiceDetails of part-time work can be found at an online servicewww.mmu.ac.uk/careersMMU Jobs4Students SchemeThe University runs a Student Ambassador scheme whichis a great way to improve your CV, get employabilityskills, meet new people and earn some extra cash.For more information on Jobs4Students contact a StudentInformation Point.Cheshire Jobs4me schemeMMU runs a scheme in Cheshire to help students findwork. Jobshop (part time work).Tel: 0161 247 5729E-mail: s.u.jobshop@mmu.ac.ukLocal Employment agenciesMany local employment agencies offer part-time work tostudents. Details can be found at the Student Union.coMMUni Volunteering ServicecoMMUni provides free information and support tostudents and staff who are interested in volunteeringwithin their local community.We have a large online database full of hundreds ofdifferent opportunities. Our experienced team offerindividual appointments and detailed information suchas subject-related fact sheets, training, online learningmaterials and a Guide to Volunteering Handbook.For more information please see our website atwww.communi.org.uk29 30