Jobseeking and Careers
Jobseeking and Careers
Whether you are searching for a job, writing your CV, filling in a job application, preparing for an interview or want to update your skills, Tameside Libraries have lots of useful information . . . and it’s all free!
Looking for jobs
Newspapers, magazines and websites are important sources of job advertisements.
- Most libraries have newspapers and magazines available—the biggest collection is at Tameside Libraries Information Service covering both local and national vacancies
- The weekly Tameside MBC job sheet is available at every library.
- Job vacancy websites
Applying for jobs
Stand out from the crowd and get your application noticed. Our resources and services can help you impress potential employees. We provide:
- Information on writing a CV
- Information about filling in application forms
- Free CV and job search workshops in most libraries
- One-to-one computer buddy sessions (booking necessary)
- Free use of a PC to write your CV, search for jobs or fill in an online application form
Preparing for your interview
It is important to prepare for a job interview to give you a competitive edge over the other candidates. At Tameside Libraries you can:
- Research the company, the market and the sector
- Prepare for selection tests
- Learn about interview techniques
- View useful websites
Updating your skills
To make yourself more attractive to prospective employers, you may need to update your skills. Tameside Libraries has information on how you can do this:
- Details of courses in Tameside and beyond
- Learn at the library - a variety of computer courses, leisure courses, workshops and learning sessions for adults
- Use of computers for online courses e.g. Learn Direct
- Books to support your studies and help you choose the right course
- Collections of basic skills material—literacy and numeracy
- Information about funding
- Career and business opportunity information
Need to use a computer?
Many application forms are now available online. Companies may expect CVs to be typed rather than handwritten. We have the resources to help you:
- Computers with full internet access and Microsoft Office software available for public use in all Tameside Libraries
- Scanners are available in some libraries
- Magnification and speech software, trackball mouse devices, large print keyboards are available to make use easier.
Writing your CV
CV Help sites:
CV wizard
Ask about Business
Need more information about jobseeking? Try Ask about Business. Ask about Business is a partnership between eleven library authorities in Greater Manchester, Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen. Led by Manchester Library and Information Service, Ask about Business provides access to information through libraries to support: pre-start and new businesses; existing business; jobseekers; consumers; inventors; business students.
Ask about Business has access to up to the minute news and business resources to:
- Keep yourself informed
- Impress potential employers
- Stand out from the crowd
- Find ways to uncover leads
- Give yourself the competitive edge.
For more information contact us or visit the Ask About Business website 
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