Services in finding jobs and apprenticeships (13)
Apprenticeships and jobs
Learning can be through an apprenticeship or further study The official school leaving date is the last Friday in June for Year 11s. You should not start a full-time job with training or an apprenticeship before this date. Apprenticeships are jobs with training, which use a…Can I work anywhere?
If you are under 18, you are not allowed to work where: there is gambling there is alcohol, unless the work is part of an appropriate training scheme such as an apprenticeship you have to carry heavy loads, clean machinery or work with dangerous substances.…A contract of employment
This is important. You should get a contract within eight weeks of starting a job. If you don’t, ask your employer. The terms and conditions of your contract begin as soon as you start work. When you receive it, check it carefully as it sets…Cover letters
You will need to send a cover letter with any applications you make It should be well-presented to impress the employer. You can also write to firms that you want to work for even if they are not advertising for staff. Many jobs each year…CV or Curriculum Vitae
A good CV can get you an interview It should outline your career aims, education and work experience to date. The information on your CV will also help you to complete application forms. It will help to have it in front of you when ringing employers about…Employment agencies
Employment agencies provide staff recruitment and selection services to companies Agencies are not allowed to charge the job seeker a fee - the employer pays. There are two exceptions to this - entertainment and modelling work. Agencies vary in the range of jobs they offer. The vacancies…Employment rights including equality and permission to work in the UK
There are laws covering employment They include equality and discrimination, and employment rights, such as the right to a contract, pay, working hours and holidays, as well as rights around unfair dismissal and trade unions. There is information on all your rights at work on…Equality
The Equality Law 2010 Under this law: Everyone is treated equally and is protected from discrimination - being treated differently, less favourably or worse than others. The law is not easy and understanding what counts as discrimination is also not easy. If you feel you…Finding job and apprenticeship vacancies
Looking for a job or apprenticeship? Want to know where to search? Try looking at the suggestions below: Islington Council is one of the biggest employers in Islington and offers a huge range of jobs including apprenticeships. Take a look at Jobs and careers with Islington and…Finding jobs and apprenticeships
Help with finding a job or apprenticeship Moving from school or college into work is a big step. Help is available if you: need support with finding and applying for jobs or apprenticeships are not sure what to include on your cv are worried about…Homeworking
People work from home for all kinds of reasons doing a range of jobs They work across many sectors, for example admin and secretarial work, call centre work, childminding, computing, hairdressing, home tutoring, manufacturing, online sales, pet minding or product parties. More people are working from home…Interviews
The interviewer has already seen your CV or application form and thinks you may be suitable, so ... ... don't panic but do prepare, it is essential if you want to have a good chance of getting the job. There are tips below to help…Job Search Planner
Planning your search Try to set aside some time each day for finding and applying for jobs. Knowing the best places to look for vacancies, developing good job hunting skills, planning, organising and recording what you do in your job search will save time and…Job trends and jobs of the future
Using job information, when planning your career and job search, can help you make the right choice Job market information is often called labour market information (LMI). It shows trends that are happening in business and industry. LMI includes information about: job opportunities and the…Latest vacancies and opportunities
Check out the latest Islington youth's opportunities This page is updated on a weekly basis, check out the latest bulletin editions for the latest opportunities. Islington Working - register on the 'go to' site for Islington residents, to see details of vacancies in Islington and…Online applications
How to apply online Online applications must be sent back electronically through an online application form, usually on a company or employment agency website. Alternatively, you may be asked to send a CV as an email attachment. The email should be written in the style…Part-time jobs at age 13-16
Working in a part-time job at age 13-16 You can have a part-time paid or unpaid job as long as the type of work you do is suitable for a young person, will not interfere with your education and will not harm you. Your employer has to…Pay, the National Minimum Wage, tax and national insurance
National Minimum Wage Employers must pay you at least the National Minimum Wage (NMW) if you have reached the official school leaving date The National Minimum Wage rates are reviewed every April. From 1 April 2024 the NMW is: Apprentice - £6.40 an hour Age 16-17…Payslips
Most employees have a right to receive a payslip or pay statement at, or before the time of payment Your payslip will include: the name of the company you work for your name your pay reference number payment date – when the money will be…