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Insider advice from recruitment professionals on how agencies work and what they can do for you.

It’s natural to feel a little unconfident about returning to learning, especially if you haven’t done any for a while. But as our adult education teacher explains, there’s lots of help on hand to support you through your course.

Have you been out of work for six months or more? Do you want to get the skills employers need where you live? This is what the Six Month Offer is all about.

There are recruitment agencies for all kinds of jobs but if you’ve never used one before, you might not realise just how useful they can be in helping you get back into work.

Having a can-do approach when looking for work can really improve your chances of landing the job you want.

Our Discussion Forums are a great place to find help and advice! Whether you’re thinking of changing career, looking to update your skills or just unclear about the next steps to take in your career, our forums could supply the answers.

Beginners' computer courses are often a good starting point if you're thinking about going back into learning.

Learning to use a computer can be a daunting prospect, especially if you have never used one before, but once you get started it can be a great stepping stone to bigger and better things.

Finding work can be an extra challenge if you have a criminal record. But there’s no need to feel alone – did you know that almost a quarter of the working population has some kind of criminal record?