Find a job
Where should I look for a job? What support can the Skills Launchpad offer?
There are many reasons why you might be looking for a new job right now from uncertainty about the future of your current job or apprenticeship to being made redundant, leaving school, college or university, with or without hoped for results, as well as lockdown giving you time to think about what you really want to do.
Covid-19 has changed the way we live and work with growing uncertainty on how this will affect us individually, as communities and as a city. The great news is that there are jobs available right now in Plymouth.
We can help you access impartial careers advice and guidance to help plan out your next steps. This could involve training or further study, or a fresh CV and some interview preparation to put you in the best position for employment.
Through the Skills Launchpad we aim to help you to develop the skills you may need to apply for and fill these current jobs and apprenticeships, and also look ahead to Plymouth’s future jobs which will be created as our local businesses work hard to recover and the city’s investment and recovery programme takes effect.
Find advice and guidance here:
Understanding the changing jobs market
What jobs are available post-lockdown?
10 firms in Plymouth that have smashed it during the lockdown
Speak to a careers advisor
Call the National Careers Service on 0800 100 900 for help to identify skills that could be useful in a range of different roles.
Job websites
The good news is that there’s a wealth of job sites out there where you can search for jobs, register online for alerts about jobs that you may be interested in applying for and some give you the option to upload your CV to be matched.
Find a Job is the Government’s Job search site, you can follow @JCPinPlymouth on Twitter for sharing jobs, events, job search and careers advice for Plymouth.
On Job Help you will find lists of the national recruitment exercises that are underway to fill vacancies across a wide range of sectors, including the NHS, care, retail, food production and logistics.
https://jobhelp.campaign.gov.uk/latest-jobs/
The imployable App helps you build your digital CV, identify the career you want, see how you fit and what you need to break into that career. You can get access to the qualifications and experience you need, and once you are ready you can use the inbuilt job board to apply for jobs that suit you. The app is packed with coaching videos and support features for job seekers.
Other job sites includes:
Local job news, websites and support
Plymouth Jobs is the largest jobs listing board and Facebook jobs page in Plymouth, focusing on advertising the best local jobs and opportunities.
Plymouth Live latest news about jobs.
Prince’s Trust – for those aged 16-25 years
Local employers and links to job websites
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Building Plymouth’s directory of local construction employers
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service current job vacancies
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Plymouth Manufacturers’ Group employers list and Plymouth Makes
Sector specific job websites
There are job sites which focus on particular sectors where you can search for specific jobs, register online for alerts about jobs that you may be interested in applying for and some give you the option to upload your CV to be matched.
Banking/Finance
Broadcasting/Media
Catering/Hospitality
Civil Service
Construction
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Construction Talent Retention Scheme - if you are a construction worker you are encouraged to sign up which will aim to match you with vacancies
Education
Engineering
Environmental/Geoscience
Medical/Healthcare
IT/Telecommunications
Legal
Personnel/HR
Public Relations
Public Sector
Retail
Finding graduate and intern jobs
All careers are built up in steps and this page on Target Jobs covers the first stages in choosing a graduate career and seeking out your first job after graduation.
It’s all about getting ideas about jobs by knowing your career options, exploring your skills and understanding your motivation, and then, of course, knowing where to look for graduate opportunities. Dip in, whatever stage you’re at.
Even if you feel you’re up against a wall having left graduate job hunting and career plans a little late or are struggling to find your next step due to the economic impact of Covid-19, covering the basics is the best way to boost your confidence and get back on track.
https://targetjobs.co.uk/careers-advice/career-planning
If you have recently graduated, you can find opportunities on these graduate specific job sites.
Finding jobs for military service leavers and veterans
These websites promote the wide support available for finding ex forces jobs and careers advice, with job opportunities from employers who value ex-military recruitment.
National Careers Service guidance
How to find job vacancies
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/get-a-job/advertised-job-vacancies
How to get a job through networking
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/get-a-job/networking
Recruitment Agencies
Recruitment agencies help organisations find the right people to fill their vacancies. They can help you to get full-time, part-time and temporary work.
Recruitment consultants can match you to job roles. Agencies are useful for connecting you with jobs that are not advertised online or in the press. Some agencies specialise in particular industries, for instance healthcare or engineering. It's worth checking their website first to see what kind of jobs they advertise, then register online and call ahead if you wish to speak with an advisor and to book an appointment. You can register with more than one agency at a time. This increases your chances of finding a job.
Download the local recruitment agency list here
Useful links to support you finding a job with Skills Launchpad Plymouth