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1、Life in the UK: A Journey to CitizenshipChapter 6. EmploymentLooking for workIf you are looking for work, or you are thinking of changing your job, there are a number of ways you can find out about work opportunities. The Home Office provides guidance on who is allowed to work in the UK. Not everyon
2、e in the UK is allowed to work and some people need work permits, so it is important to check your status before taking up work. Also, employers have to check that anyone they employ is legally entitled to work in the UK. For more information and guidance, see the Home Office website Working in the
3、UK. Jobs are usually advertised in local and national newspapers, at the local Jobcentre and in employment agencies. You can find the address and telephone number of your local Jobcentre under Jobcentre Plus in the phone book. Some jobs are advertised on supermarket notice boards and in shop windows
4、. These jobs are usually part-time and the wages are often quite low. If there are particular companies you would like to work for, you can look for vacancies on their websites. Jobcentre Plus is run by a government department: the Department for Work and Pensions. Trained staff give advice and help
5、 in finding and applying for jobs as well as claiming benefits. They can also arrange for interpreters. Their website lists vacancies and training opportunities and gives general information on benefits. There is also a low-cost telephone service: Jobseeker Direct. This is open 9 AM to 6 PM on weekd
6、ays and 9 AM to 1 PM on Saturdays. QualificationsApplicants for some jobs need special training or qualifications. If you have qualifications from another country, you can find out how they compare with qualifications in the UK at the National Academic Recognition Information Centre (NARIC). Applica
7、tionsInterviews for lower paid and local jobs can often be arranged by telephone or in person. For many jobs you need to fill in an application form or send a copy of your curriculum vitae (CV) with a covering letter or letter of application. A covering letter is usually a short letter attached to a
8、 completed application form, while a letter of application gives more detailed information on why you are applying for the job and why you think you are suitable. Your CV gives specific details on your education, qualifications, previous employment, skills and interests. It is important to type any
9、letters and your CV on a computer or word processor as this improves your chance of being called for an interview. Employers often ask for the names and addresses of one or two referees. These are people such as your current or previous employer or college tutor. Referees need to know you well and t
10、o agree to write a short report or reference on your suitability for the job. Personal friends or members of your family are not normally acceptable as referees. InterviewsIn job descriptions and interviews, employers should give full details of what the job involves, including the pay, holidays and
11、 working conditions. If you need more information about any of these, you can ask questions in the interview. In fact, asking some questions in the interview shows you are interested and can improve your chance of getting the job. When you are applying for a job or during the interview, it is import
12、ant to be honest about your qualifications and experience. If an employer later finds out that you gave incorrect information, you might lose your job. Criminal recordFor some jobs, particularly if the work involves working with children or vulnerable people, the employer will ask for your permissio
13、n to do a criminal record check. You can get more information on this from the Home Office Criminal Records Bureau (CRB). In Scotland, contact Disclosure Scotland. TrainingTaking up training helps people improve their qualifications for work. Some training may be offered at work or you can do course
14、s from home or at your local college. This includes English language training. You can get more information from your local library and college or from the Internet. Learndirect offers a range of online training courses at centres across the country. There are charges for courses but you can do free
15、 starter or taster sessions. You can get more information from their free information line. Volunteering and work experienceSome people do voluntary work and this can be a good way to support your local community and organisations which depend on volunteers. It also provides useful experience that c
16、an help with future job applications. Your local library will have information about volunteering opportunities. Check that you understand:The Home Office provides guidance on who is entitled to work in the UKNARIC can advise on how qualifications from overseas compare with UK qualifications What CVs areWho can be a refereeWhat happens if any of the information you have given is untrueWhen you need
