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DWP Telephone interview
Hi has anyone had to do a role play telephone interview for a band B job, if so how did it go. Also if you have completed the on line test for a band B job do you have to do a different on line test for a band C job. Another question if you asked for feed back did you have to write to them for it and how long did it take…
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declaring illness on job application forms
:hello: Just a quick question, end of July I was sacked due to a illness I didnt declare on a application form (because I was never told I had too) now I am back looking for a job and was wondering do I declare my illness on job applications? As I dont really want a repeat of what has happend.
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worried about possible bad reference
Hi all I finished work as a social worker four years ago after having my last child. Whilst in employment I made two mistakes and I'm really worried that they will now effect me as I try to start practicing again with an agency. I had no relationship with my manager who i hated with a passion, but she has since left, but…
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Sick pay-question(tesco's)
My wife was booked to go into hospital for a minor op, she had already booked the day of the op & the next day as sick. She arrived at hospital on the day at 06.45 was booked in by the nurse & allocated a bed, she then saw the anaesestist(sp) the consultant & the pharmacist. After waiting over 4 hours she was informed by…
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Home Business Alternate
If you want a source of income but don't want to try something new I would suggest this site that has free training on affiliate programs. Might as well make money while being jobless, right? www. avatarsofrock .com
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Overtime payments
Hi can anyone help , 2 years ago i changed roles at the same place of work and because the wages for the new job were lower it was verbally agreed with the manager i would claim 5 hours overtime per week . Each week the manager or his relief signed my pay record and it has always been paid , now we have a new manager and…
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Work 'Investigation'
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Absolutely gutted..have to pass by my dream job..help
Hi everyone.. I applied for a full time post about 2 months ago, within the NHS as a Healthcare Assistant working within the maternity department...my dream job... Yesterday I received the letter telling me I had got it! I was overjoyed until I actually sat down and tried to work out my childcare arrangements. When I…
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Manpower - jobcentre plus?!!!!
I have recently applied for the position of Administrative Officer on DWP and received a voice mail from Manpower today telling me to attend an assessment day?!! Is Manpower acting as a recruitment agency then?!! Does anyone know what happens on the day? I read a lot of forums about these jobs at DWP and a 12 months…
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Sainsburys suspected tempering of recruitment website
Someone I know, who works for Sainsbury told me about this problem, so just a word of warning to those who have used this website recently to apply for a job. It is suspected that hackers have gained access and are diverting legitimate applications, so that only a certain minority group of the comunity are put forward for…
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Talk about timing....
Last week I found out I was pregnant, am so pleased as have been TTC for a long time. Got an email today inviting me for an interview for my dream job!! What shall I do? Is it ok to go and interview, when should I bring up the fact that Im expecting, or do I not accept the interview? Any help would be greatly recieved :-)
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Lakelands interview
Well I've finally got another interview, this one for Lakelands. Just wondering if anyones any experience of their interview style or employment there? Lady on phone said "Interviews are at 12" so I'm guessing it will be a group interview (which i reeeaally hate and am terrible at - have to force myself to speak out over…
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Temporary work and joint claims
Hi there, my partner and I are currently on JSA as a joint claim, and have a claim for housing and council tax benefit in the works. My question is, I am currently undertaking periodic supply work as a teacher, all I know regarding this is if I take more than 16 hours in a week then I have to close my claim. How would my…
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Applying for JSA - job options
Hi all, I am thinking of applying for contribution based JSA. I am a qualified legal secretary but haven't worked as a legal secretary for about 6 years so very out of the loop. I have done admin/office jobs though. Anyway, my question is, I would like a change of direction and want to chase my dream job as a Librarian.…
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CV help
Hello everyone. My husband just lost his job and needs to write a CV. I was hoping if anyone knows of any good free sites where he can find help with writing it (it's been a long time since he did it last) and also good recruitment agencies, or any other sites that could be helpful. Many thanks.
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SSP help please
Hope someone can help.... I've been receiving SSP from my employers for the past few months, signed off with depression. My employers decided to terminate my employment on 28th August but they haven't paid me my SSP for August. I've tried to contact them but they won't respond to my calls or emails. What shall I do???
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Sainsburys Jobs - Are the hours rigid
Hi All, Does anyone have any experience of working for Sainsburys, and can you tell me how rigidly you are expected to stick to the advertised hours. My eldest has been offered a job, but the contracted hours will sometimes overlap with football matches (he has a season ticket). Is there any chance the store manager would…
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Theatre Support Worker...
Hi. I have an interview this coming week for an Operating Theatre Support Worker's role. Has anyone who frequents this site done this job..?, or is currently doing it now could give me some advice as what to expect please...
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What clothes to buy for interview
So i have my first ever professional intervew i am expecting it to go very badly but what the heck. So i thought white shirt, black trousers, tie and black shoes - No suit. Was having a look at Tesco clothes and they do a white pinstripe shirt £6 or should it be plain white. What do you think?…
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chasing holiday pay
can anyone advise me on best way to claim unpaid holiday pay from my employer.i left my job with no notice but was informed by CAB that i was still entitled to holiday pay.i have never been offered a written contract even though i requested one so am unsure about how many weeks holiday i was entitled to.i have been in…