The labour market is rapidly changing once again, with vacancies surging, as the latest Keep Britain Working job index report reveals. But for people without a car and living in a rural or poorly-connected urban area, labour market choices are drastically restricted...

Job postings were back to expected pre-pandemic levels for the month of May 2021. The actual job vacancies posted broke the 200,000 mark for the first time since January 2020 and in fact were 6% up on that month. Compared to the same month in 2019, May 2021 is only...

The great thing about transferable skills, is that most of the time you will already have them! You will likely have developed them over time whilst at home, work or education. Can you learn transferable skills - yes, but being able to identify and describe them when...

Are you looking to identify your transferable skills and the complementary sectors and job roles that would perfectly suit your talents? Make sure you watch our webinar, where we talk about identifying and promoting your transferability to those considering your...

In signs of the economy opening up, Hospitality roles are at their highest levels since January 2020 (60% up on last month and 86% up on April 2020) and Leisure roles maintain the strong performance of last month (and 63% up on the same month last year). This is...

With more than a third of the UK looking for new jobs according to reed.co.uk’s recent survey, it is important to find a way to beat stress! Find out more about how stress varies across the country, as well as our top tips for reducing employment related...

During the pandemic the government decided to introduce and strengthen many back to work schemes. The scheme aims to assist those that have lost their jobs due to the pandemic, as well as the long term unemployed. Below are the government funded schemes we found...

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of our daily lives, and for many, one of the biggest changes has been to the daily commute. Where many people used to cycle, drive or use public transport, they can now stroll downstairs in their slippers for their...

Are you currently out of work and looking for new opportunities? If you are unsure where to start, make sure you watch our webinar below on how to get back into work during these difficult times. Listen to our employment experts explain the different government funded...

Jobs posted are ahead of the same time last year, according to the latest Keep Britain Working job index report. Job vacancies for March 2021 are 17% up on the same month last year. The country went into the first lockdown on the 23rd March 2020 so it is expected that...

Budgeting Budgeting allows you to create a spending plan for your money, it ensures that you will always have enough money for the things you need and the things that are important to you. Following a budget or spending plan can help in a variety of circumstances,...

Covid 19 has forced us to learn many new things, but can we count resilience as one of them?  2020 has been a year of great sadness and difficulty, with no aspect of day to day life left untouched. What was once considered normal has been turned upside down by...

Whether you are currently in work but want to do something more fulfilling, or are without work and searching for your next opportunity, the NHS could be for you. This webinar outlines an opportunity that is open to anyone interested, and does not require any prior...

As we enter Spring and with the impact of COVID continuing to be felt, many people will be taking stock and considering a change of career for 2021.  And whether they are searching for a more fulfilling role where they can really make a difference to people’s...

Are interviews your enemy? Do you want tips on how to prepare for the big day? We talk to two interview experts as they deliver a masterclass on how to prepare and conduct yourself in an interview, so you can get the perfect job offer! Watch below......

Keep Britain Working has spoken for some time about a Spring recovery in the job market and it seems as though those green shoots of optimism have grown. According to the latest Keep Britain Working job index report, job vacancies for February 2021 are only 1% down on...

During the past year we may have found ourselves picking up a new hobby or two. Of course, there’s the obvious surge in sourdough baking but there were other areas Brits found themselves dabbling with. Retail reported a boom in gardening equipment as we spent more...

Monday’s highly anticipated ‘lockdown roadmap’ announcement has left in its wake a mixed feeling amongst businesses, but one of overwhelming positivity with some ‘normality’ set to return to our shores over the coming weeks and months. Lots of the hardest hit...

Many of us have thought about retraining as a result of the pandemic, but how do you decide where to focus your efforts? We’ve been looking at the job market information across the different regions of the UK to help you understand which jobs and sectors are growing....

In December 2020, reed.co.uk surveyed 1,521 active jobseekers, who are currently using reed.co.uk to find work. Each month, more than 7 million jobseekers turn to reed.co.uk in their search for work, making over 160,000 applications every day. Jobseekers are now...

The Coronavirus pandemic has been a gamechanger for everyone in society, with the training industry – like many others – working hard to remain agile and responsive, and adapt operations to ensure continuity. Our reliance on the rail network and its infrastructure has...

The recruitment market is showing resilience in the face of a predominantly remote working landscape. The latest Keep Britain Working Job Index Report shows that January saw the most number of jobs posted in a month since February last year. This is in line with the...

I’ve been working in the recruitment industry for 23 years and I don’t think any 12-month period has ever inflicted so much change on the ways we live and work as 2020 has.  There have been three main factors. The first and most obvious is the pandemic. This would’ve...

Walking into an interview can feel daunting and a range of emotions will come to the forefront of your mind. Panic can start to set in and your confidence and self-belief tested. Being mindful is a process that allows us to be aware of the present moment, to allow...

Are you a graduate looking for a graduate scheme? Listen to our webinar to watch a live coaching session of graduates, and pick up tips and tricks to applying.

The latest Keep Britain Working Job Index Report shows a continued recovery in the job market, with a full recovery back to expected levels for a typical year on the cards for spring. This is despite a series of lockdowns and restrictions that have affected hiring...

This is a guest post written by Graduate Coach, a company that helps graduates turn their degrees into a career. You can find out more about them by visiting their website. Landing that dream job after graduating from University has always been a challenge. But during...

If you are in your final year of university, or are a recent graduate, you might be wondering how to start your career. A great first step would be to land a graduate scheme. This post will help explain everything you need to know about graduate schemes, including...

It’s very easy to feel negative about finding work during the Coronavirus pandemic, with record redundancies and a cut in the number of jobs available in all areas of the UK. However there is a light at the end of the tunnel: the discovery of multiple vaccines now...

Simon Wingate, Managing Director of Reed.co.uk, shares with us his advice for standing out from the crowd in 2021.

James Reed gives his views on the changing job landscape for the jobseeker, and shares his positivity moving into 2021.

The impact of a second UK Lockdown has failed to damage the UK jobs market’s recovery, according to the latest Keep Britain Working Job Index. The early shoots of a recovery in the jobs market has been maintained through November as job listings – a key indicator of a...

Could side hustling be your solution to the career uncertainty that this pandemic has caused? Listen to this webinar to find out!

Ever wondered what it would be like to be self-employed whilst working for other companies? Are you fully aware of all the legalities you must fulfil in order to work as a contractor? Do you know where you can go or who you can approach if you have such questions...

You might find yourself at a loose end right now and wonder what path to take next. Understanding your strengths is a key part to making decisions about your future, and being a little more ‘mindful’ is one way to help you get there. “Mindfulness opens a door of...

If you’re struggling to get a foot on the career ladder, read our advice for recent graduates. This article is a guide to help recent graduates secure a graduate level role, which will suit them and which they can flourish in. It discusses a series of steps, which...

Extracurricular activities during university or school are a great way to meet new people and try new things. They are avenues to finding new passions and hobbies, and for reinforcing old ones. Extracurricular activities are also important when it comes to searching...

Launched by the Department of Work and Pensions in 2016, the Work Routes programme has been offering specialised employability services for jobseekers. This is a national service and can be accessed by those who are unemployed via Reed in Partnership - Work Routes....

It feels like change is on the horizon. Chris at Graduate Coach gives us much to be optimistic about, in regards to the future of the Graduate Market. Chris also shares his top tips for Graduates and Parents alike. He tells us:  On Monday 9th November my wife...

“If you want to stand out from the crowd, give people a reason not to forget you.” Sir Richard Branson In such uncertain times and with record numbers of unemployment, you may find yourself in a situation where you feel a bit lost about how to move forward in life,...