What is a Pension?
Pensions are confusing for most people, which is why a lot of people never bother to look into it. Each organisaton will have its own pension scheme which you can opt into – as a young person, it is unlikely you will automatically be enrolled into this as you need to be either 22 years […]
What is a Trade Union?
A trade union is a group of employees who join together to maintain and improve their conditions of employment. The typical activities of trade unions include providing assistance and services to their members, collectively bargaining for better pay and conditions for all workers, working to improve the quality of public services, political campaigning and industrial […]
What is HR?
Getting your first job is an exciting time but it can also be confusing. As an employee you have many responsibilities, but so does your employer. Your employer, no matter how big or small a company, will have to follow Human Resource guidelines, and may even have a Human Resources (HR) department to manage this […]
Princes Trust – Support for Starting a Business
We’ve helped over 86,000 young people to start their own business – and you could be next. We work with 18 to 30-year-olds living in the UK to turn big ideas into a reality. Get in touch to sign up today.
Employment Guide for Black & Ethnic Minority Young People
This booklet aims to give you the information that will help you to find employers who value diversity.
Holiday Pay
Holiday pay or ‘annual leave’ is the entitlement of paid holidays your work place will give you. Some employers can give more annual leave than others, so it is in an important thing to consider when searching for jobs. This site from UK Gov explains holiday entitlements clearly.
Sick Leave
If you are ill and are unable to go to work you should be entitled to sick leave, with some exceptions. However, if you are off for more than a week then you should give your employer proof of this with a sick note from your GP. If you fail to do so this could […]
Interview Techniques
Interviews can be nerve wracking, although one way to combat these nerves is preparing ahead of time before your interview. This can settle these feelings and help you feel more confident going in, do your homework and research online! This Youtuber shares some great ideas to help you prepare for your interview.
Indeed Job Search Site
Indeed is one of the largest job search sites in the UK, they advertise full or part time employment as well as apprenticeships.
Understanding Employment Contracts
When you’re offered a job your employer will give you an employment contract. This outlines what you are expected to do, the terms and what you’ll be paid. This guide will show you what you can expect to find on your employment contract and will also tell you your rights as an employee.