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Skinner
Skinner Posts: 4 Newbie
in Employment, jobseeking & training
I am one of those lucky enough to have got through the waiting list and have a start date as an EO with DWP in a 'New Deal'??? team I believe. I haven't been in a jobcentre for years so can someone give me an idea of dress code if possible.
Many thanks

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  • bonsibabe
    bonsibabe Posts: 1,055 Forumite
    The dress code is business dress. I would say for men thats smart trousers, shirt and tie or for women smart trousers/skirt etc.
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  • busy_mom_2
    busy_mom_2 Posts: 1,391 Forumite
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    Men do not have to wear a tie now in jobcentreplus, but a shirt and trousers is expected, for women more relaxed, smart clothes, no jeans and you aren't allowed to wear anything with logo's or designer labels
  • Andy_L
    Andy_L Posts: 13,157 Forumite
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    Contact them and ask
  • Apolonation
    Apolonation Posts: 304 Forumite
    It's common sense really, trousers, shirt, tie, preferably suit jacket also I'd say. You want to look smart and professional. Get off to the best start. Good luck =)
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  • Andy_L
    Andy_L Posts: 13,157 Forumite
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    Apolonation wrote: »
    It's common sense really, trousers, shirt, tie,

    A lot of customer facing organisations now have a "no-tie" or "clip-ons only" policy because of the injury risk if one of your "customers" decides to attack you.
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