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To help get you into a positive mindset, Try these three steps to help you on your way to your next job or career:

Step one:

Each of us has value to offer a future employer, so have a think about what your strengths are. Knowing what you are good at will help you understand what jobs are best suited to you.

Start by writing a list of the things you are good at or enjoy doing. Make sure you include anything that you think an employer might like about you or will make you stand out, such as being good with timekeeping. List any qualifications or training you have done, as well as your qualities and personality that you would like to use in a job. Do you like helping people? Are you always the one who organises things? Write it all down!

Step two:

A CV is a document used when applying for jobs. It allows you to summarise your education, skills and relevant work experience helping you to successfully sell your capabilities to potential employers. Most employers will ask you to complete an application form or send them a CV, so be prepared by having all your information ready. 

Your CV should show your employment history, your skills and your strengths. You can include your educational history too, such as where you went to school or college and what qualifications you may have.

Although some employers use application forms rather than CVs, having an up-to-date CV will be useful when filling in an application form. The same sort of information is often needed for both.

For extra help writing or improving your CV, register on Skillsminer to use the new CV generator tool or register for our next free online CV writing session with one of our Orbit trainers. 

Step three:

Seek additional support if you feel you need it. You’re not alone on this journey and there are plenty of free resources and support programmes that can help you. We’ve listed some of those below:

Make the most of your local Jobcentre Plus

If you are claiming Universal Credit and you need some help to improve your chances of finding work, you may contact a work coach at your local Jobcentre Plus. They could help with childcare support, clothing, transport, IT equipment, training and much more. If you don’t already have a work coach, you can find out where your nearest Jobcentre Plus is by visiting the Government website.

Improve your skills

Take a look at the job descriptions of the kinds of roles you’re most interested in. If you have any skill gaps, find out what free courses are available to help you get the skills you need. Some providers could pay for your course to help you find a job. Click the link to check out these opportunities on GOV.UK.

Prepare for interviews

Most employers use interviews to help them hire the right person. Find out what you can do to help make sure they choose you. Sign up for our next free online ‘Interview Techniques’ training session with one of our trainers.

Get some experience by volunteering

Are you interested in a job or business and don’t have any experience of that kind of work? Volunteering or work experience could open the door for you to step into your next career! Try Get Volunteering to search for an opportunity that suits you.