Jobs

This includes a number of options for example, full or part-time jobs which can be seasonal (summer holidays or Christmas time), temporary or permanent.  You need to have a clear idea what you want to do.  You need to look out for job opportunities you think might be right for you but be prepared to be flexible.  If your first job is not what you want to do in the long term it could be a way of gaining relevant skills and experience which will be useful later on.  

You need to prepare yourself to give you the best chance of getting a job and Connexions can guide you through the process.  This includes helping you to create your CV which is a summary of your education, work experience and skills, helping you to search for job vacancies, applying for jobs and preparing you for the interview.  In Connexions centres you will find: 

• Job vacancies
• Free access to the internet so you can search for job opportunities and create your CV
• CV and Interview Skills workshops (to register click on the link at the bottom of this page).

Until you reach the age of 18 you are classed as a young worker who cannot usually be made to work more that eight hours per day or 40 hours per week. 

If you need to work longer than 40 hours a week, or you think your employer is unfairly asking you to work over this limit, contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau on 08444 111 444 or the Pay and Work Rights helpline on 0800 917 2368.

Helpful links:
Search for job vacancies
National Minimum wage
www.horsesmouth.co.uk
'Getting a job' booklet
CV creator
CV and Interview Skills workshops