Having been unemployed for 12 mnths (Its a jungle out there). I have worked the past 6 mnths part-time unpaid so as to keep my CPD up to date. I have been given a Government voucher for£1000. to give to any employer who is able to give me a "6 month minimum" contract of employment. And a further voucher for up to £1500.Training costs..(I can think of plenty of courses I'd like to do). Construction is my desired field, I am prepared to travel within 40 miles of Merseyside. CV available on request
Regards
Paul

Hi there Paul, hope you have had some luck?

I too am currently out of work, and have been for almost 13 months. You are spot on about it being a jungle out there at present. You mentioned that you have the voucher and incentive for training, could i please ask how you accessed it?

I have started to think that living in Kent, you don't get any help!

My career until recently has been in Interiors speciallising in Design, Shopfitting and Refurbishment. Since i graduated (1995) in Interior Architecture/Spatial Design i have seen H&S change at a rapid rate and have along the way grasped it, yet until recently did not think about it as a change in career. It makes sense as i shall be able to concentrate my skills without throwing it all away.

I am looking to do my Nebosh Construction course with a view to become a CDMC, have potentially a place but no funding!

Be lucky.

Glen