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FROM Primark to Tesco, to a career in the care industry, we’ve rounded up 50 jobs that you can apply for right now.
It could be good inspiration if you’re considering a change in career or if you’ve sadly been made redundant because of the coronavirus crisis.
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It comes as shocked new figures revealed 600,000 people have already lost their jobs during lockdown with unemployment now set to hit three million.
Early estimates from the Office for National Statistics suggest 163,000 people lost their jobs in May, on top of 449,000 the previous month.
Experts fear that in the coming months the figures will reveal the biggest drop in employment on record.
Here we round up all the new jobs that are being advertised to help people who need work.
Supermarkets
All the major supermarkets are currently hiring, with roles ranging from store assistants, cafe workers, delivery drivers and managers, to warehouse and head office roles.
For store assistant roles, you won’t need any previous experience to get your foot through the door, but managerial positions will require previous knowledge of working in a supermarket.
On each website, you’ll be able to filer your search by job role, location or by part-time or full-time hours.
Most supermarkets launched huge employment drives back in March to help cope with unprecedented demand from caused by the coronavirus crisis.
Here are the dedicated job websites for each supermarket:
Retail
The retail sector is likely to face extreme demand after “non-essential” shops were allowed to reopen on June 15.
Like the supermarket roles listed above, you won’t need existing qualifications if you’re going for a shop-floor role, but manager positions will be expected to be qualified.
As well as shop roles, most stores also have positions going behind-the-scenes including admin and design jobs – check the job specifications to see if you’re qualified.
Again, you can search for a specific job role, postcode, or full-time or part-time hours.
These are just a small selection of high street names – you’ll find plenty more job opportunities from other retailers online. B&M11. Debenhams
- H&M
- Holland & Barrett
- JD Sport
- John Lewis
- Home Bargains
- New Look
- Primark
- Sports Direct
- Superdrug
- TK Maxx
- WH Smith
Food and drink
Most fast food and restaurant chains have started serving customers once more for home delivery, takeaway or drive-thru.
The following establishments are all hiring, with companies looking for crew members, waiters, baristas and management level workers.
Remember to filter your search by job type, location, and if you’re after part-time or full-time work.
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Domino’s
- Five Guys
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald’s
- Nando’s
- Pizza Hut
- Pret a Manger
- Starbucks
- Subway
- Wagamama
Delivery and driving
For most delivery driver or taxi jobs, you won’t need any existing qualifications.
Both food delivery and taxi firms have been in high demand throughout the coronavirus crisis as more people avoid supermarkets and public transport.
Like the above jobs, you can search by location and position.
The advantage of these roles is that most of the time, you’ll be offered flexible working hours – although this means you’ll likely not be given a contract, so your work is less secure.
Other jobs
- Call centres: You won’t need any experience to get a job in a call centre, but you should note that most of these type of roles are usually based on commission. You’ll also want to check the type of contract you’re on, as most call centres place their staff on flexible contracts meaning you may not be guaranteed regular shifts, plus you’ll have minimal job security and benefits. Search “call centres” into one of the job websites we’ve listed below to see what is available in your area.
- Car showrooms: Again, experience won’t be necessary if you’re going for a job in a car showroom, although a passion for vehicles will probably be desired. You can try the high-end car manufacturers to see what they have available in their showrooms, or try one of the job sites mentioned in this article.
- Care homes: If a job in the care industry is right for you, you may not necessarily need to already be qualified to get a job as a carer. This is because some places will train you as you go, although this isn’t always the case so make sure you read the job specification carefully. SocialCare.co.uk is a good place to start for care home roles.
- Cleaning jobs: Getting a job as a cleaner could offer you flexible hours but again, depending on if you’re self-employed or with an agency, you may not always have contracted rights. Search for “cleaner” or “cleaning jobs” via one of the websites we’ve listed below.
- Factory work: From large companies like Amazon, to smaller local brands, factory work could be a good option if you don’t have any qualifications. Factory work can involve anything from packing products to ensuring manufacturing lines are running smoothly. Start by searching for “factory jobs” in a trusted job website.
- Fruit and vegetable picking: Many furloughed workers have been taking on second jobs as fruit pickers to make extra cash during lockdown. If you have a farm that grows local produce near you, this could be a good opportunity. Check for “fruit and vegetable picking” jobs in one of the websites we’ve listed below.
- Pubs: The pub industry has suffered greatly after all boozers were forced to close due to the coronavirus crisis – but it still might be worth popping your head into your local to see if they’re hiring. They may ask if you’ve had experience pulling pints. If you haven’t, training will likely be offered on the job. You can also try major pub chains like Greene King and Wetherspoon.
- Office work: Office work can include anything from taking phone calls, to filing paperwork and interacting with customers. All companies will have an office, so use a job site like the ones we’ve listed to see what is available in your area.
- Receptionist work: From dentists to veterinary surgeries, they all need someone on reception to help answer phones and deal with customer demands. If this sounds like a good fit for you, your best bet is to search “office job” into one of the websites below.
Where else can I search for a job?
If none of these take your fancy, you can try searching for a different job yourself by using these websites.
If you’re applying for multiple jobs, you can speed up the process by uploading your CV.
You’ll need to create an account to do this – this is free to do on each of these websites.
What is a CV – and how do I write one?
In short, your CV tells a prospective employer about your qualifications and who you are as a person.
It needs to have your personal information – name, address and contact information – as well as your current job title, qualifications and education.
What to use to help you write your CV
HERE are some tools and apps that can help you put together your CV:
- Resume app: If you struggle formatting your CV, you can choose from 21 templates in the Resume app to help you. And once you’ve put it together, you can export it as a PDF directly to your email. Resume is free to download and use, but has additonal premimum options that you can pay for.
- Grammarly: It’s important to get your spelling and grammar accurate, so run your CV through a tool such as Grammarly to check for any errors. It’s free to download straight to your desktop.
- Vizualize.me: If you’ve got an exisiting LinkedIn account, Vizualize.me takes the data and turns it into a timeline of your employment history and a breakdown of your skills. The free tool has six different themes so it’s a good option to make your CV look visually appealing as well.
- VisualCV: As well as making your CV look eye catching, VisualCV also makes sure it can be read by electronic systems that some recruiters use to filter CVs. It’s also free to sign up.
- Google Docs: Google Docs is completely free to use and offers a range of downloadable CV templates for you to choose from.
You’ll then need a personal statement or profile which shows off your personality and what you can bring to the new role.
For more information, check out our top tips on how to write a good CV.
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