Employment

Before you start looking for a job you will need to do some research in to:

• What you want to do?
• The type of qualifications and skills you have
• How far are you willing to travel?

You will need to think about the job areas you would like to work in and the type of job that interests you, to help get you started go to the Next Step Website here you will find job case studies to give you an idea of what is involved and the different career paths other people have taken to get to their ideal job.

Where do I look for job vacancies?

Why don’t you start with:

• Connexions
• Local and national newspapers
• Jobcentre Plus
• Family and friends
• Internet

There are lots of job websites to access, here’s a few to help you make your job search that little bit easier

• Job Shop for Young People
• Jobs Today - jobs in Doncaster and surrounding areas
• South Yorkshire Jobs
• Direct Gov
• Meadowhall Jobs

If you are unsure what job you can do with your skills, then why don’t you speak to a Connexions Personal Adviser in the Connexions Centre. At the centre you will be able to access careers software that will give you some career ideas.

If you fancy being your own boss, then self employment is for you. You will need to have a good business idea and be prepared to work long hours to help get your business of the ground. For further information contact Business Link on 0845 6 048 048 or click on www.businesslink.gov.uk