Employment
Leaving school and getting a job is a big change. It’s natural to feel nervous about it. In this Guide we find out what it’s like finding a job and being in work.
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What work is like
Sam and Ethan are pupils at Exhall Grange Specialist School in Coventry. They wanted to find out what it was like having a job. So they travelled to Birmingham to meet former pupil, Megan, to hear about her experiences of work.
Press the play button to watch the film.
Megan's Top Tips
In the film Megan gave her advice for finding and applying for a job:
- Take your time and don’t pressure yourself into finding a job.
- Read the job description thoroughly to make sure the job is suitable for you.
- Do your research about the job and the company. Make bullet points with key information.
- Be prepared when you go to an interview. Have your qualifications, CV, and any references ready. And take some bullet-point notes so you can refer to them easily during the interview.
- Talk to your employer about your needs. Employers have to consider your needs and good employers are very supportive these days.
Read all about the making of this film and what happened behind the scenes, here.
“The key to not feeling so nervous is to have a good support network around you.”
Megan
Resources
Below you will find links to websites and documents that give more advice about moving into employment
- Disability rights: a UK government webpage that tells you some of your rights.
- National Careers Service: the Government runs a job advice service for people in England. This page contains lot of information for disabled people or people with a special educational need. You can also talk directly to one of their advisers on the phone or by webchat.
- Jobcentre Plus: your local JobCentre Plus can help you find a job in your area. They can also give you personal advice and support from a work coach. Find your local Jobcentre using this link.
