What to Expect When You Get Your First Wage Slip

Getting your first wage slip is really exciting, and your employer has a legal obligation to get this to you before you get paid. Your organisation may have an online resource to manage wage slips, or you may simply get a paper copy. A wage slip has lots of information on it which can be […]
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 […]
CV Template

CV’s are a document that tells an employer about your work, school and volunteer experience. This is a big part of the job application process, but it can sometimes be tricky to write one. A CV template is a great way to start you off and it shows the relevant information you should be including […]
Access to Work Scheme

If you have an additional support need and are about to start a new job it’s a good idea to have a look at the Access to Work scheme. This is government funding that can put measures in place to support you access to work. If the support you need is not covered by your […]