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Deciding what career path to go down can be tricky. After all, if you’re going to invest in gaining qualifications, you want to be sure that you’re making the right choice. One industry, which continues to thrive in the UK, is engineering. Engineers are some of the most sought after professionals right now so here’s…
What is The Hidden Jobs Market? Finding the perfect job can often prove difficult, especially during busier times. But there may be more out there than first meets the eye. There is something we call the ‘hidden jobs market’, which is said to make up between 50-80% of the employment landscape. Essentially, these are open vacancies that…
As markets get busier, employers rely on technology to deal with an increase in applicants. Because of this, it could easily be one of the main reasons you’re not getting past the initial application, as 70% of CV’s are said to be rejected by CV parsing technology. Frustrating right? But don’t worry, here are five effective tips to…
Customer service is one of the biggest sectors in the UK. It plays an important role in most organisations to help them interact with consumers, communicate about their goods and services, as well as promoting brand values. Jobs in customer service can be hard-working but rewarding, with plenty of variety in terms of job role,…
Whether you’re preparing to step into the job market for the first time or have been working for most of your life, you can begin your career as an IT professional at any time. The tech market has evolved massively over the decade and shows no signs of slowing down due to the constant growth…
Looking to start a career in Marketing? Marketing is often an appealing role to many job-seekers because of the constant growth and development both personally and professionally. A marketing career offers numerous opportunities for people looking to step into a diverse, challenging career whether it’s analytical, creative or communicative. Plus, many marketing opportunities offer a competitive…
UK manufacturing is a big sector and getting your first job in manufacturing can feel overwhelming. To begin with, it might be useful to research the sector and consider whether there’s a specific area you’d like to go into. Here’s our top tips for getting your first job in manufacturing. With an annual output of £192…
Is 2024 the right time to make a career move? This is a highly debatable topic, after an eventful few years not only because of COVID-19 but also BREXIT, the conflict in Ukraine and the cost of living crisis creating a very unsteady jobs market intern. But what does that mean for career progression in 2024?…
If you have a caring personality and want a career where you’re making a difference to other people’s lives, you might be considering careers in adult social care. But what does the work involve? What training or qualifications do you need? And what jobs are available? We take a look at the different jobs within…
Let’s face it, searching for work is not the most thrilling of tasks, especially when you have been on the lookout for work for a while. But the key is to stick at it! Becoming less productive will only hinder your chances of landing that perfect role. Have you been searching for work for a…
Unfortunately, fraudsters are thriving in the employment market right now and fake job scams are increasingly common, which is why it’s important to know and understand what to look for. According to a SAFERjobs report, job scams are increasing year on year, most of which involve money laundering. This results in many candidates falling victim to handing…
You could say there is an art to interviewing, and when the market is extremely competitive as it is today, it is an art you should want to master! The aim is to set yourself apart from the rest of the available talent. Although, this can be hard when you those going for the same…
We suggest some realistic reasons why you might get no response to job applications from employers or recruiters. Job boards (like Indeed, Total Jobs and CV Library) advertise many jobs across the greater Stockport and surrounding areas and many of these roles need filling, and they need filling fast. You may apply for a job…
Deciding whether now is the right time to move on from your current job or start a new career path all together can be a tricky decision. However, if you’re a skilled professional who’s looking for an exciting challenge or wants to start a new career path, there’s plenty of opportunities available in the job…
Discussing salaries, bonuses or hourly wages can be a taboo subject in the workplace. Most employees would rather talk about anything than ask their employer and negotiate a pay rise, but discussing a salary increase doesn’t have to be daunting or embarrassing! If you deserve a raise, you shouldn’t back away from having a conversation…
To get noticed and explore your horizons it’s vital you work on how to build your career network. However, if you’re new to the networking scene and find it difficult to know where to start or even why it’s so important, don’t worry because Stockport Jobs Match is here to answer all your networking headaches….
Christmas will be soon here and, whether you’re fully organised or lagging behind, it can be hard to stay motivated after a challenging year and the long, cold winter days (especially if you’re back working from home or ploughing your way through new year job searches)! Here’s our practical tips to stay productive during the…
Now is the perfect time to review your professional goals and career mindset as we head into 2024. To keep your career on the path to success, it’s important to continually grow and recognise areas for improvement or additional support. Here’s our top tups for development a professional career development plan to help you get…
Keeping your CV up-to-date is essential as you never know when you may need it! There may be an opportunity for promotion within your current organisation or you may actively job seeking and find a role that you want to apply for. Here’s some reasons why it’s important to update your CV and when to…
Whether you’re newly qualified, a seasoned professional or considering a change, there are plenty of Social Worker Careers in Stockport. So what do social workers do, what training or qualifications are required, and where can a career in social work in Stockport take you? Social workers help protect vulnerable children and adults from harm or…
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