London Job Centre

London job centre (also known as Jobcentre Plus) is a government agency whose purpose is to aid those of working age on welfare or unemployed into work and assist London employers fill their jobs. Jobcentre plus is a part of the Department of Work and Pensions whose aim is to provide opportunities for everyone to work.

What does London Job Centre do to help those looking for work?

London job centre works towards equality of race, sex and age in work. They are also responsible for ensuring that individuals receiving working benefits fulfil their obligations whilst offering support to those without employment.

How can London Job Centre help London Job Seekers?

If you are currently without work then London Job Centre can support in a number of ways. Firstly, they can offer you useful advice on increasing your chances of getting into employment like how to write a CV, interview tips and how to apply for a opening. London Job Centre can also advise and be of help to you to apply for the relevant benefits while you are searching for employment. London Job Centre also have a number of schemes which can support you if you have difficulties getting into work. They should be of particular help if you have a disability. London Job Centre also displays jobs posted by London area employers.

How can the London Job Centre help London companies?

If you are a London businesses you may find the London Job Centre of assistance to you in a number of ways. Firstly, the London Job Centre provide free employment advertising to London companies via phone or over the internet. This free advertising means that lots London job seekers currently out of work will have access to your opportunity. The London Job Centre will be able to offer you advice if you are in the unfortunate position of having to make workers redundant. They can also offer advice on a range of other work related.

So if you have posted your job with LondonAreaJobs and want some extra advertising or you need job seeking advice then we recommend you contact London Job Centre.

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