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A guide for people who are out of work

This guide tells you about the advice and support you can get if you:

  • are out of work and looking for a job
  • want to find out about learning or training opportunities
  • can’t work at the moment, or
  • need financial help.

Is this guide for you?
Looking for a job?
Not able to work at the moment?
Wondering how you can increase the chances of getting the work you want?
Whatever your circumstances, there’s information in this guide for you.

Getting work

Work that suits your needs
Ways into work
Applying for a job
Making contact with local employers
Financial help into work
Is work the only option?
Know your rights
What to do next

Training for the future

The sort of training you can do
Getting help to pay for training
What if I am on benefits?
What to do next

Financial and practical help

The basics – day-to-day living
Childcare
Dealing with personal issues
Looking ahead and planning for the future
What to do next

Useful contacts

   


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Useful information

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A guide for people leaving school and college

A guide for Lone Parents

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