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LET’S work together – and keep the nation going during these difficult times.
This week saw a further 4,000 UK jobs lost as rent-to-own store chain BrightHouse collapsed into administration alongside Carluccio’s restaurants.
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Meanwhile experts from Be The Business, a Government-backed network, are warning that nearly a million small firms are at risk of going under this month.
If you’ve lost your job or are at risk of losing it, things might feel bleak — but The Sun is here to help.
Last week we highlighted a whopping 70,000 jobs created in response to the Covid-19 crisis — and today we have more than 20,000 more.
People across the country who have been hit by the crisis are finding new work, switching careers and stepping up to help the national effort to battle the virus.
And each week, we’ll be bringing you all the latest vacancies alongside help and tips from top professionals on how to apply.
There are 8,800 food productions jobs available
We’ve already helped dozens of top-name firms to recruit the emergency workers they need — and if you need to find staff, we’ll help you, too.
Jo Whitfield, chief executive of Co-op Food, said: “Thank you to all the Sun readers who have stepped up and applied to help feed the nation at this time of need.
“They are local heroes who are serving communities during difficult circumstances.”
And Minister for Employment Mims Davies said: “If you’re looking for rewarding work that supports the national effort in these unprecedented times, there are options out there.”
We meet two jobseekers who have started new careers as key workers in the last week.
So let’s get to work and find a job for you today.
Plus, Sunemployment is offering all small firms with fewer than 250 staff a FREE jobs listing, worth £99. Go to jobs.thesun.co.uk, and see, below left, for details.
Job spot
LLOYDS PHARMACY is searching for 1,500 ‘healthcare heroes’ to boost frontline services in its 1,400 pharmacies across the UK.
CEO Toby Anderson said: “We know this is a difficult time, with many people struggling with job losses or redundancies, so we hope that this will provide some hope for those who need it most.”
There are permanent and temporary vacancies for dispensers, pharmacists, delivery drivers, goods operatives and warehouse staff.
Apply at mckessonjobs.uk.
Homeless…to job in a supermarket
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HOMELESS Giulia Rossi was sleeping on a friend’s sofa while trying to find work, but landed a supermarket assistant role with Asda, which is recruiting 5,000 new staff.
The 20-year-old from London was helped by specialist site Beam.org, which lets members of the public fund a homeless person into work by paying for training, childcare, course fees and work mentors.
Giulia said: “I never got a chance to go to a normal school and as a result I always struggled to get a good job because I lacked a basic education.
“But I’ve always been really passionate about helping people in any way possible.
“I’ve wanted to work for a long time now, so I can be independent and have a better life.
“I want to live on my own, make my own money and be the best in whatever I do.”
Recruitment expert… to delivery driver
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WHEN recruitment consultant David De Souza lost his job to the coronavirus crisis he signed up to deliver emergency medical supplies for Boots.
After posting his story on networking site LinkedIn, David received more than 50,000 likes and thousands of comments offering help for when his driving contract finishes.
His inspirational post has now become a place for jobseekers to trade tips and advice.
David, 34, from London said: “Unfortunately, I have become one of the many to lose their job as a result Covid-19.
“I never thought 2020 would go like this.
“I was gutted to be made redundant, but I am so happy.
“I can support my country in this terrible time of need.”
Job spot
CV LIBRARY has hundreds of jobs available across Scotland, including roles with TESCO and G4S. See cv-library.co.uk/link/w6Nz.
CO-OP FUNERALCARE is recruiting for temporary and permanent staff to support communities and families through a time of loss.
Roles include funeral arranger positions, and funeral service crew. See jobs.coop.co.uk/funeralcarejobs.
Poultry processor MOY PARK needs factory staff at sites across the UK. Search at moypark.com/en/careers.
And HUGH LOWE FARMS has hundreds of jobs for harvest staff and packers. See hughlowefarms.com for details.
Extra help in the crisis
THE Freight Transport Association has launched a hashtag to spread the word on social media about new vacancies.
Search #LogisticsHelpsLogistics to find new driving and logistics jobs.
Elizabeth de Jong, the body’s policy director, said: “The public are relying on the logistics sector to keep supermarkets and essential retailers stocked with food, medicines, hygiene products and other basic items throughout the pandemic.”
WITH half a million hospitality workers expected to lose their job due to Covid-19, trade body
UKHospitality, caterer.com and charity Hospitality Action have teamed up to launch a jobs hub with thousands of short-term roles in other sectors.
The Hospitality Redeployment Hub on caterer.com features thousands of jobs with major employers including Amazon, Lidl and Hermes.
To help small retailers forced to shut up shop on the high street, eBay is waiving all sign-up fees.
The web giant is also offering a 30-day payment holiday for all 300,000 British businesses registered on the site.
The move – which represents a cash-flow lifeline worth millions for many thousands of small businesses – comes in response to calls for additional support by entrepreneurs across the country.
Rob Hattrell of eBay UK said: “Small businesses are the backbone of Britain but now, more than ever, they need our support. If we don’t help them now, we risk losing a generation of successful SMEs and entrepreneurs.”
Food suppliers
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AS companies work flat-out to feed the nation, thousands of jobs are being created to get food on to our plates.
Pizza chain DOMINO’S is serving up more than 6,000 new roles in a bid to meet high demand for its deliveries, triggered by self-isolation.
It is looking for both delivery drivers and in-store workers, with jobs available across the country.
Applications are encouraged from those sectors worst hit by the crisis, including hospitality and retail. Apply now at corporate.dominos.co.uk/working-for-us. Fresh food specialist G’S FRESH urgently needs 2,500 starters for a wide range of roles, including harvesters, packers, tractor drivers, bus drivers, team leaders and quality assurance staff.
Jobs are in Cambridgeshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Kent.
HR head Beverly Dixon said: “Come and help to feed our nation. You can earn around £400 a week working in our fields and packhouses, ensuring supermarkets remain filled this summer.”
Pick your new job at gs-fresh.com or email recruitment2020@gs-fresh.com.
2 SISTERS FOOD GROUP supplies more than 150million meals a week – and it needs hundreds of starters to help it meet soaring demand.
Chief executive Ronald Kers said: “We urgently need people so we can keep delivering a full range of products to supermarkets across the country.
“We are recruiting now for a wide range of factory and logistics jobs up and down the country. Please join us and help.”
See 2sfg.com/careers.
Logistics
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LOGISTICS firms are on a huge recruitment drive, hiring thousands of staff to keep delivering vital goods around the country.
Online supermarket giant OCADO is hiring 3,000 people to boost its logistics operations, as well as hundreds more across different business areas. Find out more at ocadogroup.com/careers.
Delivery and logistics have 4,000 available jobs
Courier firm YODEL needs another 500 self-employed courier and service delivery partners.
Applicants need a valid driving licence, must successfully pass a DBS check and have a mobile phone. Head over to yodelopportunities.co.uk.
Trucking firm EDDIE STOBART wants drivers. Jobs are available in more than two dozen locations around the country, with hourly pay ranging from £11.60 up to £12.93 depending on the shift pattern. Apply at eddiestobart.com/careersandtraining.
Care industry
SHOW you care by taking a job to support society’s most vulnerable people.
Care firms are struggling to keep up with demand and thousands of new roles have become available this week.
The care industry has 7,000 jobs available
Care provider HC-ONE has thousands of permanent new roles at more than 300 care homes nationwide. Full training and induction will be provided.
HC-One’s Lucy Connolly said the firm was “calling all people who are kind, caring and want to make a difference by joining our team of key workers”.
Apply at recruitment.hc-one.co.uk.
DIMENSIONS has hundreds of vacancies for support staff working with people that have learning disabilities and autism.
The firm’s chief executive Steve Scown said: “We already have a number of vacancies across the country but we anticipate staff shortages as people are asked to self-isolate.
“For this reason, we’re fast-tracking our approach to recruiting quality staff. You could be working flexible shifts to fit around your personal circumstances in little more than 14 days.”
Call 0300 303 9019 for details or email resourcing@dimensions.org.uk.
Charity METHODIST HOMES has 250 vacancies for carers, nurses and chefs, plus roles in domestic and cleaning support and maintenance.
Apply via mha.org.uk/sunjobs.
BUPA CARE HOMES also has hundreds of jobs, including for reception staff, kitchen, housekeeping and administration.
Operations director Rebecca Pearson said: “If you’re looking for a role where you can really make a difference, our care homes may be just for you.”
You can find out more at facebook.com/bupaukcareersofficial.
SALUTEM is seeking 250 new starters as senior support workers, support workers, team leaders, nurses, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists. Email recruitment@salutemshared services.co.uk to apply.
And HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS needs 180 new care assistants, nurses, senior care assistants and kitchen staff. Search for your new job today at hcsolutions.co.uk.
Ask the expert
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THE Westminster coronavirus outbreak has seen PM Boris Johnson, his top adviser Dominic Cummings, Heath Secretary Matt Hancock and Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty all struck down by the virus.
As they self-isolate, Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab and Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove have stepped up to run the nation.
So what do you do if your boss gets the bug?
Here, HR expert GILL McATEER of Citation shares her top tips on running the workplace when your boss is off unexpectedly. She says:
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