(07 Jun 2015, 6:42 pm)Davie wrote My laptops fucked  (sorry for the language)  

(07 Jun 2015, 6:42 pm)Davie wrote My laptops fucked  (sorry for the language)  

(07 Jun 2015, 7:09 pm)danpick wrote Mine went but I had 10 games and numerous other things it overheated heated and cut out (much like any bus made by Scania) every day.

(07 Jun 2015, 7:10 pm)Davie wrote I only had 1 on

(08 Jun 2015, 9:08 am)Malarkey wrote Job Centre, sooner I can get a Job where I can work over 16 Hours a week the better.

(08 Jun 2015, 9:43 am)tyresmoke wrote Wish everyone was as interested as you Adam!

(08 Jun 2015, 9:55 am)Malarkey wrote I just want to work, gain experience and build a future for myself, rather than being a bum and being lazy around the house most days and living off what money I get from the Job Centre like most people do, plus after this mornings appointment at the Job Centre I would much rather sign off altogether if I could, than do half the things they have told me I have to do in a rather threatening manner to say the least, but then I would be living on the streets.

(08 Jun 2015, 3:03 pm)idiot wrote You have gained a lot of respect from me with your work ethic attitude. Keep it up - sometimes its hard and you get knocked down I appreciate that but the fact you want to do something instead of just being a bum is great. Chin up, something will come along.

Have you thought about setting up your own business? I run my own business and work in a school part time and I love running my business!

(08 Jun 2015, 3:41 pm)aureolin wrote Can you not do a part time or evening course in the meantime at a college? It fills a gap on a CV, and shows that you have a willingness to develop new skills imo.

(08 Jun 2015, 4:06 pm)Malarkey wrote I could but I hadnt really thought about going back to College, dont even know what I would want to do though, probably the only option would be Business Studies, think part of my life is behind me now to be honest, getting into work and gaining experience through the qualifications and work exp I already have is my focus right now though.

(08 Jun 2015, 3:41 pm)aureolin wrote Can you not do a part time or evening course in the meantime at a college? It fills a gap on a CV, and shows that you have a willingness to develop new skills imo.

(08 Jun 2015, 4:06 pm)Malarkey wrote I could but I hadnt really thought about going back to College, dont even know what I would want to do though, probably the only option would be Business Studies, think part of my life is behind me now to be honest, getting into work and gaining experience through the qualifications and work exp I already have is my focus right now though.

(08 Jun 2015, 4:44 pm)aureolin wrote Depends what you want to do though mate. If you've struggled to get even just 16 hours a week for ages, then things probably aren't going to get much easier. You're probably going to be run off your feet for little over minimum wage too. 

Even if you don't fancy college, why not look at what you need for an apprenticeship and work towards that? It'd get you a foot into a proper industry, doing something you really want to be doing, and getting paid a more realistic wage? I actually thought that job centre advisers had to suggest this sort of crack to you... it's no wonder people are struggling to get jobs if they're not...

(08 Jun 2015, 4:46 pm)Dan wrote If you're applying for full-time jobs and having no luck, there must be a reason for this. Providing there is a suitable candidate of those interviewed, the best one will always be selected. You have demonstrated enthusiasm to get into the world of work on this forum, so I have no doubt that you would convey this within an interview as well. Whilst I agree that the work you are doing at present will work well in your favour, there are ways in which you can pack out your CV with other things to increase your chances of you being the best candidate.

I really do agree with aureolin. Going to a night class to obtain another qualification or two could demonstrate how you are keen to expand your knowledge - especially if you have done this off your own back opposed to the job centre 'suggesting' it to you. Have you undertaken any voluntary work recently? Prior to getting into the world of work myself, I had undertaken five weeks of voluntary work experience in total (with one week being organised through Connexions in school). I think this really helped me out in my interview, as I had a hell of a lot to talk about!

(08 Jun 2015, 4:44 pm)aureolin wrote Depends what you want to do though mate. If you've struggled to get even just 16 hours a week for ages, then things probably aren't going to get much easier. You're probably going to be run off your feet for little over minimum wage too. 

Even if you don't fancy college, why not look at what you need for an apprenticeship and work towards that? It'd get you a foot into a proper industry, doing something you really want to be doing, and getting paid a more realistic wage? I actually thought that job centre advisers had to suggest this sort of crack to you... it's no wonder people are struggling to get jobs if they're not...

(08 Jun 2015, 6:01 pm)Andreos1 wrote Nah, the job centre aren't interested in doing anything other than checking the book to see the job search activities and threaten sanctions.
All of the subcontracted organisations, like Ingeus and Avanta want, is outcomes (jobs), with staff making as little effort as possible - but the job seeker doing the running.
The work provider then get the outcome payment.

A lot of the staff at these places, have sales or recruitment agency experience, rather than the type of experience you would think was required.
I have had a couple of good mates work in front line JCP roles.
Known them for a long time - one had worked in call centres prior to his JCP job, the other admin in an office. Neither received any careers advice training at all.

(08 Jun 2015, 5:21 pm)Malarkey wrote I used to apply for loads of Apprenticeships on a weekly basis up until a few months ago, where I had an opportunity for an Interview for an Apprenticeship in Business Administration, and an Interview at the Mile Castle in Town, I went for the Mile Castle as it was a permanent full time position instead as they both scheduled for the same day at the same time and I was going to better off money wise, nothing I could do about being double booked on that particular day, anyway the Apprentice Advisor was not amused with this decision and opted to burn all bridges for me getting into an Apprenticeship, as she thought my heart wasnt in it and that I was unreliable etc, personally think she wasnt bothered about my future and more so the nice bonus she would of got for getting me onto an Apprenticeship.

To be honest the Job Centre have never once suggested a Job to me on there Website that has perhaps just came in or doing any Courses or Voluntary work at all in time I have been going their, Ingeus likewise what a waste of 2 Year that was, every Interview I have gotten I have gotten off doing it off my back as I have put the effort into my CV and Covering Letter, I did a Food Hygiene, Safety, Allergens and Safety in the Work Place course a few weeks back at Adecco as thought it would increase my chances of getting a Bar or Waiting Job somewhere.

(08 Jun 2015, 6:04 pm)aureolin wrote It's complete balls like. I've never had to go to one, so I've no real experience of how they work. Sounds like an extension of the usual Tory policy of kicking a man whilst down though! 

(08 Jun 2015, 9:31 pm)idiot wrote As I mentioned before I provide services at weddings

(08 Jun 2015, 11:08 pm)GMitchelhill wrote Been overlooked for promotion at my workplace again, and finding out it's going to someone in the company who has worked in the job for less than 2 years, whereas I've worked there for 12. So far applied for the Customer Service job that was advertised on the GNE website and also applied to Springfield Dealers as a Used Car Processor / Photographer.

(09 Jun 2015, 5:08 pm)Tommy_1581 wrote Bloody Subway is a ripoff.

£4.39 for a 6-inch sub and a large drink. I have to pay £5.59 if I want a sub that actually fills me and a large drink.

(09 Jun 2015, 5:08 pm)Tommy_1581 wrote Bloody Subway is a ripoff.

£4.39 for a 6-inch sub and a large drink. I have to pay £5.59 if I want a sub that actually fills me and a large drink.

(09 Jun 2015, 5:12 pm)Dan wrote I enjoyed my 6-inch Italian BMT with a drink and three cookies for £4.00 today... Had it around 12 o'clock and it filled me until 6.

(09 Jun 2015, 5:12 pm)Dan wrote I enjoyed my 6-inch Italian BMT with a drink and three cookies for £4.00 today... Had it around 12 o'clock and it filled me until 6.