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16/10/2019
Advice Issued For NI Jobseekers
A series of advice and useful resources have been published on the ni direct website for those in Northern Ireland who are looking for work.
Tips for CV writing, details on training courses and guidance for your next steps have been made available for anyone seeking employment, from school leavers to those wishing to return to the workforce alike.
Develop your skills
Developing your skills can help you to gain confidence and the skills you need to get the job you want.
From further education colleges and universities, to improving your essential skills like maths and computing, there are lots of courses and programmes available.
Find out more:online.
Careers advice
Those leaving school or university can often be left wondering what the next steps in their career may be. If this is you, or you've decided to change jobs, getting some careers advice can help you take that next step into employment.
Click here to begin your journey to a new career.
Jobs & Benefits Offices
Advisors at your local Jobs and Benefits office can give you lots of help and support if you are looking for work. Their services include:
• helping you to develop the skills and competence to become employable, if you are not 'job-ready'
• matching you to suitable job opportunities
• administering Universal Credit, Jobseekers Allowance, Income Support and Incapacity Benefit in Jobs and Benefits Offices
Find your local branch at this link.
Application Process
Job hunting can be nerve-racking, but there are things you can do to get prepared for when that perfect opportunity comes along. Some useful measures include:
• getting your CV in order and keeping it up to date
• speaking to the Careers Service or your local job centre
The following resources have been created to aid you transition into employment:
CVs & Cover Letters
Job Applications
Interviews
Tips for CV writing, details on training courses and guidance for your next steps have been made available for anyone seeking employment, from school leavers to those wishing to return to the workforce alike.
Develop your skills
Developing your skills can help you to gain confidence and the skills you need to get the job you want.
From further education colleges and universities, to improving your essential skills like maths and computing, there are lots of courses and programmes available.
Find out more:online.
Careers advice
Those leaving school or university can often be left wondering what the next steps in their career may be. If this is you, or you've decided to change jobs, getting some careers advice can help you take that next step into employment.
Click here to begin your journey to a new career.
Jobs & Benefits Offices
Advisors at your local Jobs and Benefits office can give you lots of help and support if you are looking for work. Their services include:
• helping you to develop the skills and competence to become employable, if you are not 'job-ready'
• matching you to suitable job opportunities
• administering Universal Credit, Jobseekers Allowance, Income Support and Incapacity Benefit in Jobs and Benefits Offices
Find your local branch at this link.
Application Process
Job hunting can be nerve-racking, but there are things you can do to get prepared for when that perfect opportunity comes along. Some useful measures include:
• getting your CV in order and keeping it up to date
• speaking to the Careers Service or your local job centre
The following resources have been created to aid you transition into employment:
CVs & Cover Letters
Job Applications
Interviews
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Directory Of Info And Advice For Job Seekers Published
Following the news of a fall in the number of people claiming unemployment benefits, nidirect has compiled a directory of practical information and advice for anyone looking for a job.
Directory Of Info And Advice For Job Seekers Published
Following the news of a fall in the number of people claiming unemployment benefits, nidirect has compiled a directory of practical information and advice for anyone looking for a job.
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400 Jobs At IT Firm
400 jobs are to be created by IT solutions company Capita at its site in Newtownabbey, as part of a £29.9m investment over three years. Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster and Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry welcomed news of the new jobs, which are expected to be in place by the end of 2016.
400 Jobs At IT Firm
400 jobs are to be created by IT solutions company Capita at its site in Newtownabbey, as part of a £29.9m investment over three years. Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster and Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry welcomed news of the new jobs, which are expected to be in place by the end of 2016.
19 August 2013
£1.5m Funding To Boost Employment
£1.5m funding has been released by the Department for Employment and Learning to boost employment and learning opportunities. The Skills Collaboration fund was launched today by Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry. The fund will focus on employer-led projects and on enhancing skills competitions.
£1.5m Funding To Boost Employment
£1.5m funding has been released by the Department for Employment and Learning to boost employment and learning opportunities. The Skills Collaboration fund was launched today by Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry. The fund will focus on employer-led projects and on enhancing skills competitions.
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Half A Million Jobs Created In NI In 15 Years – UUEPC
Half a million jobs have been created in Northern Ireland over the last 15 years, according to a study from the Ulster University Economic Policy Centre (UUEPC). Analysis from the UUEPC of growth in Northern Ireland from 2007 to 2021 showed how often firms are in job creation mode.
Half A Million Jobs Created In NI In 15 Years – UUEPC
Half a million jobs have been created in Northern Ireland over the last 15 years, according to a study from the Ulster University Economic Policy Centre (UUEPC). Analysis from the UUEPC of growth in Northern Ireland from 2007 to 2021 showed how often firms are in job creation mode.
03 June 2019
Deloitte Launches Grad Training Scheme
Graduates from Northern Ireland can now apply for an exciting high quality training programme with Deloitte. 24 spaces are available on the Deloitte Assured Skills Academy which gives participants the opportunity to gain the skills needed for a career in business consultancy using the latest technology and software.
Deloitte Launches Grad Training Scheme
Graduates from Northern Ireland can now apply for an exciting high quality training programme with Deloitte. 24 spaces are available on the Deloitte Assured Skills Academy which gives participants the opportunity to gain the skills needed for a career in business consultancy using the latest technology and software.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:It will be cloudy again throughout the day. Mainly dry in the morning, but patchy drizzle in places, becoming more widespread and persistent in the afternoon. Freshening southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:Cloudy with a spell of heavy rain pushing south through late evening and the early hours, followed by some clear spells. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
