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Employment Support Blog - August 8th 2022


The latest news and updates that our employment support team think you need to know about:

  1. Have you recently relocated to the UK, or do you know anyone who has and is looking for work? The National Careers Service is delivering an online workshop specifically designed to support those who are looking for work and are unfamiliar with the job market here Finding Work In The UK Workshop 23/08 Tickets, Tue 23 Aug 2022 at 10:00 | Eventbrite
  2. Looking for work? There’s a job fair this week in Chichester that is free for anyone to attend, and you can register for the event here: Chichester Job Fair Tickets, Thu 11 Aug 2022 at 10:00 | Eventbrite
  3. Read about how Access to Work could support you in the workplace: Easy read: Access to Work – get support if you have a disability or health condition - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
  4. You may be able to claim New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) with, or instead of, Universal Credit, depending on your National Insurance record. New Style Jobseeker's Allowance - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
  5. How the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is improving support for members of the armed forces and their families under the Armed Forces Covenant. Jobcentre Plus services for the armed forces and their families - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
  6. The Health Adjustment Passport can be used if you have a disability or health condition that makes it harder for you to move into work or stay in a job. Read more about it here: Health Adjustment Passport - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
  7. The Government is providing £37 billion this year to help households combat the rising cost of living. We know this may lead to questions about how much people may be entitled to. This toolkit sets out - what the different payments are and when they will start being paid - who is eligible for the payments Employers' and Partners' Toolkit
  8. March 2022 Way to Work (campaign.gov.uk)
  9. New guidance on employment status in the UK
  10. Over 15000 summer jobs on offer as labour market stays hot - Onrec
  11. Young Men In The UK Are Being Failed By The System — What Needs To Happen To Reverse This Worrying Unemployment Trend

Remember, if you've not been working because of your illness, or you're employed but feel like you are struggling at work, our Employment Support Service can help.




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