Course overview

The "Working in the UK" course is aimed at ESOL 1 learners. This course helps you understand how to get a job in the UK. You will learn about job searching, writing a CV, and doing job interviews. The course also teaches you about workers' rights, like fair pay and safe working conditions. You will learn about UK workplace culture and how to talk to your boss and coworkers. By the end of the course, you will feel more confident about finding and keeping a job in the UK. This course is great for beginners in the UK job market.

Course description

The "Working in the UK" course is aimed at ESOL 1 learners. This course helps you understand how to find and keep a job in the UK. You will learn how to search for jobs online and in newspapers. The course will teach you how to write a simple CV and cover letter to apply for jobs. You will also practice answering common interview questions to help you do well in job interviews. The course covers your rights as a worker, including fair pay, safe working conditions, and working hours. You will learn about different types of jobs and contracts in the UK. The course also explains UK workplace culture, so you know how to behave at work and communicate with your boss and coworkers. By the end of this course, you will know how to: Find and apply for jobs in the UK. Write a basic CV and cover letter. Prepare for job interviews. Understand your rights and responsibilities as a worker. Communicate effectively in a UK workplace. This course is perfect for beginners who are new to the UK job market. It provides practical tips and important information to help you start your career in the UK. You will feel more confident about working and living in the UK.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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