Inspire Magazine - Summer 2016

5 tips to get
the job you want
Getting the perfect job can be tough, but your chances increase
if you upskill yourself. Make the most of the free help in the community
with these five tips to improve your chances:
1. Brush up on your
computer skills
If looking for work online is a little
confusing or you need some
assistance, the free sessions at
East Hub will get you up and
running. From accessing the
internet to sending and receiving
emails, applying for jobs will
become much easier. The
sessions also include
how to use your Universal
Jobmatch account and
searching for work online.
East Hub, Gorton
Thursday 9.30am–12.30pm
2. Stand out from
the crowd
Attending a job search
workshop will explain just what
employers are looking for. You
will also get tips on how to sell
yourself in your application form
and at interview.
The sessions cover:
• Barriers to work
• CV and application
form advice
• Job searching
• Interview techniques
• Workplace behaviour
The sessions are based
at Turing House, Hulme
and you can book a place
by calling the office.
3. Work placements
Have you got recent work
experience and a character
reference? If not, work
placements are a great way
to gain on-the-job training,
boost confidence and are a
stepping stone into employment.
Typically placements are parttime
lasting between two and
eight weeks. Our Gold Standard
work placements have helped
lots of local people into work
and are an opportunity to show
employers your dedication and
desire to succeed.
For details contact Sarah
Roberts, Placement and
Volunteer Coordinator.
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