Summer jobs are 'stepping stone' for North Lanarkshire jobseekers
Summer jobs 'stepping stone' for North Lanarkshire jobseekers

North Lanarkshire's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) team has highlighted summer jobs as a potential stepping stone for jobseekers across the area. Temporary roles can also help boost a CV, demonstrate work history, experience, and a willingness to learn.

DWP Focus on Summer Employment

Shaun Cowie, DWP external relations leader for North Lanarkshire, said: "This summer, Jobcentres have focused on working with employers to increase the supply of new workers to help fill their vacancies, from sector-based Work Academy Programmes to bespoke, local recruitment events for construction and green trades."

He added: "Taking up the opportunity of a summer job can be a stepping stone for jobseekers to building lifelong skills. They offer opportunities to gain valuable practical, hands-on experience work experience, develop essential transferable skills, and potentially even explore different careers."

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Benefits for Future Applications

"Temporary jobs can also boost a CV, demonstrating a work history, experience, and willingness to learn, which can be valuable when applying for future roles, including a permanent job," Cowie said.

Vacancies Available

Jobseekers are encouraged to continue checking out the range of vacancies available on Find a Job. With more than 250 vacancies across North Lanarkshire, there are opportunities across HR, admin, warehouse and logistics, customer service and more.

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