What job do I want?

Here are a few key questions we could ask to narrow down the options:

• What do I enjoy doing?
• What am I good at?
• What kind of job would I feel good about doing?
• What skills can I offer?
• What are my positive attributes?
• What qualifications do I have?
• What would I like to learn more about?
• What jobs would open doors for me?
• How far am I willing to travel?

How do I find a job?

There are many places where we can find out about job opportunities, including:

• Word of mouth (friends, family, neighbours)
• Online job search sites, including the UK Government’s Universal Jobmatch
• Local newspapers
• Direct contact with local employers

How do I get the job?

There are a few key activities which can help us secure our chosen job:

• Write a CV – you can customise it towards different jobs
• Research the employer: why do you want to work for them?
• Think about what you can offer: why do they want to employ you?
• Practice your interview skills – and ask for feedback after your interview
• Keep trying – applying for and interview for jobs are skills you can develop

Careers advice

The UK Government offers a National Careers Service which includes tools to:

• Find out what different jobs involve
• Find out what kind of jobs might be suitable
• Contact a career adviser
• Advice on job search, networking, writing a CV, and interviews

Local schools, colleges, universities and trade unions may also offer a face-to-face careers advice service.