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Page 1Front Cover

Page 2Contents

Page 3Introduction

Page 4Chapter 1 How to Achieve a Work-Life Balance

Page 6Chapter 2 Finding your First Job Where and How to Look

Page 8Chapter 3 Writing your CV and Cover Letter

Page 9Chapter 4 The Interview Stage

Page 11Chapter 5 Starting Your New Job

Page 12Chapter 6 Legal Guidelines The Rules and Regulations

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Chapter 7 Foreign Students Working in the UK

Page 17Chapter 8 Directory of Useful Websites

Contents


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Finding a holiday or part-time job while you arestudying should be an adventure: a way to testout your skills, try out different roles and take onresponsibilities, as well as earn money! Dontworry if you havent worked before, we can guideyou through the whole process, from decidingwhat to look for, where the best chances are,right through to the application process andbeyond.

Luckily there are plenty of opportunities for youand plenty of places to look for them!

E4Soffers you some expert tips and advice forfree to make sure that you find a suitable student

job while you are in higher education.

As the number one source of student term time &holiday jobs, gap year work, internships, andgraduate jobs, we know the odd thing or twoabout employment and the ways to gain theexperience you want. Each month, we help over300,000 job seekers find and apply for greatstudent jobs to help them stay in full-time studyor just to pay their way. Our recruiters range fromDisney to Deloittes so we know exactly whatemployers are looking for.

IntroductionNo matter whether you are looking for a

job simply for something extra to dowhile at uni, to gain some experience inthe workplace or even just to earn somemoney to fund your campus lifestyle - we

have broken down the information in thisguide to help you find a job, get it andstay in it!

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Chapter 1 - How to Achieve aWork-Life BalanceHaving a job is an opportunity to earn money, become more independent, learn new skills and makenew friends!

Around half of all students hold down a part time jobwhile at college or university. Of course, the moneythey earn each week or month is not to be sniffed at

but one of the main reasons why students workduring university term time is to pick up some workexperience.

After university life, if two academically identicalgraduates apply for the same job then how can theemployer decide which one will be best suited to

work at his or her company? The answer lies in theother nuggets of information that surround your Alevel and degree results.

Often, the work experience youve had and yourinterests outside of university tell a potentialemployer much more about whether or not you arethe right person to fill their graduate vacancy.

Even in the most basic part time work you can learnskills that will apply in full time work after graduation.There are not many student jobs where you cant

display at least some element of team work,communication skills and time management.

If you can display that you held down a bar job orother part time position and yet were disciplinedenough to still find time to study, then an employerwill be impressed. That part time job which you tookon initially just for some extra spending money reallycould be the difference between you and another ofyour graduate peers kick starting a career afteruniversity.

How much work should I take

on?

We at E4S know as well as anyone how much timeand effort is involved in completing a degree sinceall of us have been there ourselves.

Thats why we know that over-committing withregards to hours at work can be a big mistake.

There is no reason to put your degree at risk bytaking on too many hours in a job just so that youhave enough money to spend.

If your university work suffers and you end upachieving a lower class of degree then the workexperience you have picked up will not look quiteas impressive to employers.

It is important while at university to strike a decentbalance between academic life, a working life anda social life. Each person is different in how much

of themselves they can devote to each part of thatspectrum.

Many universities say that 15 hours work a weekduring term time shouldnt interfere with yourstudies. For some students that would be toomuch. Other students can easily do 20 hours ormore and still keep on top of their degree.

Its worth remembering that even if you cantmanage to work enough hours in term time, youcan still earn some money and gain work

experience by working during the holidays.
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Follow these simple steps to maintainyour work and play balance!

1. Make a schedule and stick to it. Thats whatjuggling is about! Write down your priorities andhow much time they take each week if alreadyscheduled, stick to it. Remember the times youlike to spend catching up with friends whetherface-to-face or on the internet add it in to your

schedule. Dont forget your study time either!

2. Dont over-commit yourself! Remember you doneed to sleep at some point!

3. Once your schedule is completed, you can seehow your job will fit into your life and where youmay need to make compromises. This is afantastic time management skill that you willbenefit from your whole life. The planning maysound a bit dull, but you will reap the benefitswhen you get your first pay cheque!

4. Have a think about what motivates you is itthe money, is it saving to pay for somethingspecial or is it the work experience? When youare struggling with the juggling, remember yourmotivations and targets!

5. Pick a job with flexible hours so you cancontinue your favourite activities try a bar job,weekend restaurant jobs, productdemonstrating, childcare, or event stewarding.

6. Temping with an employment agency is verypopular amongst students as it offers greatflexibility. You can often pick the days andhours of work to suit you, not to mention beingable to choose the type of work you want to doas well! Agency work also takes the hassle outof searching for a job, therefore giving you morefree time for your social life and studies.


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Chapter 2 Finding Your FirstJobWhere and How to Look

Looking for your first holiday or part-time job can be rather daunting it shouldnt be!Here are some basic guidelines tohelp you out:

First think about what you are looking to gain from a job: What is important to you? Career experience?Fun? Money? It is important to look for astudent jobthat gives you what you want.

Next you may wish to consider the following points:

Do you want to work inside or outside? (If youwant to work outside, take a look at ourSummerOutside Job ideas)

How much money do you need to make? Factorin all your extra expenses such as travel andfood.

How many days a week do you want to work?How many hours per day? Are you looking for

long-term or short-term work?

Location is it possible to get to and from workat your start and finish times?

Keep an eye on your online presence. Facebook,Twitter and now Google Plus can all be usefultools for job hunting but make sure that yourprivacy settings ensure that potential employerssee only your good qualities.

Take a bit of time to research all the companies that

cover the area you are interested in. See what typeof people they are looking for and if they arerecruiting.

Where to look for jobs

The E4S website holds a wide variety of recruiterslooking for students to fill part time and holiday

jobs. Take a look atwww.e4s.co.uk to get a feelfor the companies looking for students, and theoptions available.

Other options for finding that ideal job include:

The classified section of your local paper

Your nearest and dearest! Your parents,friends and family may be able to suggestcontacts or openings

Your local Jobcentre Plus

Your local high street. Take a stroll and seewhether any shops or restaurants are

advertising for staff in their windows

Small businesses they may not have full-timeopenings but may be glad of some seasonalhelp. Consider sending out a prospective letter

it shows initiative! Look at your local yellowpages for ideas

Volunteering if money is not your mainobjective, volunteering can be a rewarding,unique and fun experience. It can also lookgreat on your CV and you may even be able tofind a role that is related to your future careeraspirations. For further information and ideastake a look at a website such aswww.volunteering.org.ukorwww.vso.org.uk

Recruitment agencies have a good range ofpart time, temp and seasonal work for students.Take a browse through ourdirectory ofrecruitment and employment agencieson ourwebsite to find a UK agency near you
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Check out the Facebook pages and Twittertimelines of companies with a presence in yourarea for any mention of job vacancies

Self-employment - want to be your own boss?Consider something easy to administer on yourown how about lawn mowing, house painting orchildcare? There are a few legal things youshould be aware of before becoming self-employed so make sure you contact your local

Citizens Advice Bureau (trywww.citizensadvice.org.uk to find your localoffice). Before going ahead try the HM Customs& Revenue website www.hmrc.gov.uk
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Chapter 3 Writing Your CVand Cover LetterFound the ideal job? Now make sure you get it!

First the CV..

To begin with you will need to create an up-to-date CV. There are some great CV tips on ourwebsitewww.e4s.co.uk take a look at the CVAdvice page. Your career advisors at youruniversity should also be able to help.

Think carefully about your strengths you wish toinclude on your CV. Work with your tutors to

help describe your skills set and yourpersonality, and try and match them to thespecific job you are applying for. For example, ifyou are applying for a customer-facing role andyou are outgoing and friendly, then mention it!

As you gain experience and qualifications addthem to your CV.

Your choice of referees is important as they candescribe your personality, outline your strengthsand offer an unbiased opinion on how they feel

you would add value to a workplace. They canbe your lecturers or an adult who knows youwell (not a parent though!). Remember tomention on your CV that you have referencesavailable.

Next the cover letter..

Tips on doing this can be found atwww.e4s.co.uk take a look at the CoverLetters page.

As with your CV, try to apply your cover letter tothe role you are applying for by highlighting theskills you have that are relevant to the job.

If possible, try to find out the name of arecruiting decision maker at the company andaddress the cover letter to them rather thanusing the impersonal Dear Sir/Madam.

Finally.

Check your grammar and spelling. Go throughboth documents a few times to make sure theyread well, and get someone else to proof readthem.

If you type your documents, ensure you signthem by hand.

Print the CV and cover letter on a good qualitypaper it helps to make a good first impression

Now start sending!

Send both the cover letter and CV to the companies you are interested in. If you find a business that interestsyou but is not currently advertising, it does not hurt to contact them with an ad hoc letter and CV. Use yourinitiative and you might just get lucky!
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Chapter 4 The InterviewStageWhat are employers are looking for?

Most employers are looking for a reliable and motivated person with a positive attitude who works well withothers. If you show you are keen then they may be happy to train you in any areas where you lack skills orexperience.

As well as portraying these qualities in your covering letter, you also need to do so at the interview stage. Forfurther tips take a look at ourinterview tipspage.

Preparing for theInterview

Do a bit of research on thecompany. Surf the web, ask for acompany brochure to be sent toyou. If it is a local company, askaround and see what others knowabout the business. You need toappear keen and show that youknow about the company you haveapplied to.

Next, think about the questions youmay be asked at interview, and

develop a set of replies to thesequestions (without sounding toorehearsed!).

Common questions can cover:

Your strengths, weaknessesand development areas.

How the company will benefitfrom employing you.

How your skills will fit the rolethey have advertised.

The Interview

To make a good first

impression you need to makesure that you are dressedsmartly even if you areapplying for a casual job.

With regards to make up,tattoos and hairstyle bear inmind that while your futureemployers appreciate that youare an individual, they arerunning a business whereevery member of their staff

represents their company andvalues.

Towards the end of theinterview you are likely to beasked if you have anyquestions. You may wish toask the following:

o What are the working hoursand when do they wantsomeone to start?

o Are you required to wear auniform? If so, do you needto provide any part of ityourself?

o Who you will report to, i.e.who is your directmanager?

Following the Interview

At the end of your interview, they

may offer you the job immediatelyor let you know in a few days. Iyou are successful you can accepthe offer on the spot or ask them ifyou can think about your decisionand let them know shortly.

If offered the job, you should begiven a written job offer or contractbefore you start working, althoughsome employers may wish to bemore informal than this.

Remember if you are notsuccessful this time, interviews aregood practice and you can makeimprovements from your previousinterviews to use on your nextones.
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Top 5 tips to stay calm for your job interview

Job interviews can be very nerve wracking especially if its your first ever one. Here are some tips to followbefore and during the interview to allow you to remain calm and confident!

1. Make sure you are fully prepared the day before theinterview, ensure you have reviewed all theinformation you need about the company, and

rehearse answers to typical questions you may beasked. Being mentally prepared will give you a senseof organization.

2. Get a good nights sleep the night before; this willleave you feeling awake and refreshed the next day.Although you may feel like a drink to calm yournerves it is not a good idea to have more than oneand risk a hangover the next day!

3. Try breathing exercises, these are guaranteed to de-stress your mind and relax your body. Try the 7:11

breathing technique breathe in to the count of 7and then breathe out to the count of 11.

4. Prior to the interview make small talk with yourinterviewer. This could just be commenting onsomething general such as the weather, but it willbreak the ice and make you feel more comfortableand at ease.

5. Think positively. You have been asked to theinterview because the employer is interested in youand you have what they seek. Remain open-minded

and show them that youre the right person for thejob. Also, remember that the purpose of the interviewis for you just as much as it is for them.


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Chapter 5 Starting YourNew JobCongratulations- you got the job! This is a chance to build solid skills, references and experiencesready for your future career.

To make sure you stay in your new student job fora decent amount of time, it is vital that you make agood first impression. To do this you need to actprofessionally. This involves

Being punctual (when arriving and leaving work,meetings and completing tasks).

Communicating in a polite and friendly manner.

Showing respect to both customers andcolleagues.

Demonstrating a positive attitude and awillingness to listen and learn.

Being a team worker and supporting yourcolleagues.

Leaving personal matters outside the workplace (this includes not making or receivingpersonal calls on your mobile or work phone).

Dressing appropriately for the environment youare working in.

Also, remember that no one expects you to knoweverything. If you are not sure, ask!

If you are being put in situations you are notcomfortable with or feel at professional risk, speakto your manager they will only be able to help ifthey are aware.

Finally- Stick at it! The first few days or weeks in a job for anyone, whether you are a student, a firstimer or a seasoned employee, are often stressfu

and uncertain. Give the job a fair chance and giveyourself time to adjust to your new scheduleresponsibilities and feelings.

Terminating your employment

If you really feel that the job is not for you,hand a written notice of termination to yourmanager with courtesy and good manners,abiding by your notice terms.

You may wish to ask for a reference to usewhen applying for future jobs, and also ask fora P45 to ensure that you dont get taxed at theemergency rate when you start your next job.


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Chapter 6 Legal GuidelinesThe Rules and RegulationsLegal rules and regulations -Working comes with a few rules and regulations that you should be

aware of. We have taken the advice below directly fromwww.direct.gov.uk.

National Minimum Wage

With a few exceptions, all workers in the UK aged16 or over are legally entitled to be paid a minimumamount per hour. This is regardless of the kind ofwork they do or the size and type of company. Therate is reviewed every year and any increases takeplace in October.

How much is the National Minimum Wage?

There are different levels of National MinimumWage, depending on the age of the worker. Therates from 1st October 2011 are as follows:

Adults (21 and over) receive the full rate of6.08 an hour.

A 'development rate' of 4.98 an hour is paid toworkers aged 18 to 20 inclusive.

Young people (those older than the schoolleaving age and younger than 18) receive 3.68an hour.

Minimum Wage/Commission Jobs

You may be offered a minimum wage /commission job. This means your employer will pay you aminimum basic wage as per the above rates. Anyextra work you complete successfully you will bepaid on a commission rate. A good example of thistype of job is a sales position where you will gain

extra commission on the successful conversion ofsales on top of your basic wage.

Another type of commission job, which may beadvertised, could be for a self-employed positionwith a commission only payment. These again arefine to consider as long as you feel you can earnenough commission not only to pay yourself butalso your obligations as a self-employed person.You will need to take care that these positions offer

a commission rate which give you an achievablewage. The amount you earn in commissionpayments should at least equal the NationaMinimum Wage rates outlined above at the veryminimum.

These are great jobs if you are really verymotivated and a fantastic salesperson! However iyou really do need to bring home a set amount ofcash each week and the basic wage offered doesnot cover your needs, you will be reliant on sales tobump up your wage which will never be guaranteedIf you are in this situation, you may be bettelooking at a fixed wage position which meets yourbudgetary needs.

Pay slips

You must receive a written pay statement everytime you receive your weekly or monthly wagesYour pay slip will contain information about how

much youve been paid and how much tax andNational Insurance has been deducted. It will alsoshow your tax code and your employee number.

If you are unsure of your tax code or how taxationworks, further information can be found atwww.direct.gov.uk/en/YoungPeople . If youre stilunsure try your local Citizens Advice Bureau.

Holiday Allowances

The current norm for full time employment is

28 days each year, for people who work a five-day week (5.6 weeks). Part time workers nowreceive the same amount of leave as full timersbut pro-rata for the hours worked.

For workers with no normal working hours(such as casual workers) you may have to waituntil you have worked enough days to accrueholiday before you are allowed to take it.
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There are eight Bank Holidays in the UK.Employers are not obliged to give them as timeoff and, if they do, they are allowed to countthem as part of a holiday allowance.

Allowance will vary if you are self-employed asthe onus then falls on you to budget for yourown holidays and holiday allowances would notbe included in your package.

For holiday jobs, you may not be entitled to aholiday allowance as you are basically a casualworker on a temporary contract which has adefined end point.

Take a look at www.worksmart.org.uk for furtherinformation. Look under the Young Workerssection for specific advice.

Daily Breaks

Everyone is entitled to a break from work during theday. The time you are entitled to depends on yourage:

If you are 18 and over, the Working Time Directive(which does apply to most workers), means youremployer must offer you a break of at least 20minutes if your working day is longer than six hours.This can be an unpaid break and may not count aspart of your working day.

Sick Pay Part-timers are entitled to the same rights to

sick pay as full-time staff. If companies givemore than the statutory entitlement, part-timersmust also get these contractual benefits.

Take a look at this section onDirectgov formore detailed information and read yourcontract of employment to ensure youunderstand the scheme your employer runs andthe entitlements you would be due should you

fall sick.

If you have a holiday job, again ensure that youread your contract carefully and if you are notsure of your sick pay entitlements, contact yourlocal Citizens Advice Bureau. You can find yourlocal office atwww.citizensadvice.org.uk .

Tax Advice

Many students pay more tax than they should onthe money they earn. Here are some tips to makesure you arent one of them:

Give your new employer the P45 from your lastjob if you have had one. If this is your first job

since April then ask your employer to completea P46 as soon as you start.

If you only work during the holidays thencomplete and give your employer a P38(S).

We have detailed information on tax issues forstudents at www.e4s.co.uk under the headingStudent Tax. This page outlines the tax basicshow to ensure you are not paying too much taxhow to reclaim tax and links to a tax calculator andother helpful advice centres. The information alsoexplains the forms you may need for your new joband where to find them.

Health and Safety at Work

All employers have a responsibility to make surethat their employees health and safety areprotected at work. This means that you shouldexpect thorough training that shows you anyhazards that you may encounter during your joband the correct ways to do your job safely.

You also have health and safety responsibilities asan employee. These can include:

Using the proper methods to carry out tasks,like lifting heavy boxes or using sharp knives

Not putting anyone else at risk of injury

Not wearing any clothing or jewellery that isunsuitable for the work you're doing

Reporting any accidents or injuries to your

manager.

You should have an induction course at the start ofyour employment and this will include the companyH&S policy. Read it!

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First Aid and Fire Safety

It is a legal condition for work places over a certainsize to have a first aider in place. You should knowwho they are and where to find them if needed.

There should also be a fire drill procedure in place.Be aware of where the nearest fire exits andmeeting points are.


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Chapter 7 Foreign StudentsMost foreign students are allowed to work in the UK, but there are restrictions and requirements to beaware of.

How many hours am I allowed to work?

As a foreign student in the UK, there could becertain restrictions on how many hours you canwork while you are studying.

Students who are not sponsored by a highereducation institute or publicly-funded furthereducation college are not allowed to work in the UKat all during their period of study but thosestudying at degree level or above may still be ableto carry out a work placement (so long as the totalnumber of hours does not exceed half the number

of hours of study per week.)

There should be a sticker in your passport oridentity card which details if you are allowed to work,and if so, for how many hours.

At the time of writing, foreign students who appliedafter 21 April 2011 (and are eligible to work in theUK) are subject to the following restrictions:.

Tier 4 (General) Students sponsored by highereducation institutes:

During Term Time:

Degree level course or above: 20 hours perweek part time

Course below degree level: 10 hours perweek part time work

Work placements allowed but number ofworking hours must not exceed study hours

During Holiday/Vacation Time:

Students can work full time Work placements allowed

Tier 4 (General) Students sponsored by publicly-funded colleges of further education:

During Term Time:

10 hours per week part time work

During Holiday/Vacation Time:

Students can work full time

Will I need a National InsuranceNumber? How do I get one?

You will need to apply for a National Insuranc

Number (NINo) as soon as you start your part timjob so that the UK government can keep a record oyour contributions. You will need to obtain National Insurance Number even if you do not earenough for deductions to be made from your wage(139 a week for the 2011-2012 tax year)

To get a NINo you will need to call 0845 600 064and arrange an appointment at the Jobcentre Pluoffice which is closest to you. If you are studyinand working in Northern Ireland then thappointment will be held at the nearest Socia

Security office.

You will have to take some proof of identificatioand documentation along with you to the NINappointment. Usually, that consists of your passpoa confirmation letter from your employer that yowill be working for them and any payslips that yomay already have received. That said, its alwaybest to double-check when you make thappointment phone call exactly what documentatioyou will need to take along just in case things havchanged.

You can find out more about NINos and check thelatest procedures at:www.hmrc.gov.uk/ni/intro/number.htm

Will I need to pay tax if I work?

You will have to pay income tax if you earn morthan a certain amount. See our student tax pagfor the current tax thresholds.
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Your employer will deduct the relevant amount oftax from your wages via a system known as PAYE(Pay As You Earn). If some deductions are made byyour employer before your tax code is arranged,then you should receive a credit through yourwages in a future payslip.

If, for some reason, you have paid too much tax bythe time you leave your job, then you should be able

to reclaim it from the government when you leavethe UK. To do this you will need to fill out a P85form and send it off to Her Majestys Revenue &Customs (HMRC).

*Please note that the above is only a general guide andconsists of our interpretations of the current rules. You shouldalways consult the relevant government websites such asDirectgov for clarity on the regulations which apply to yourparticular situation.

Where can I find jobs & how should Iapply for them?

You can find lots of part time jobs for term time anfull time work for the holidays at www.e4s.co.uk

Please read all of our advice and tips on makinapplications, CVs and interviews in the othe

sections of this guide to give yourself the beschance of securing work while you are studying the UK.

One final word of advice dont feel like you musapply for every single job vacancy you come acrosIts best to be selective and choose jobs that yothink you will most enjoy and that are most relevanto your particular skills, interests and future careepath.
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Chapter 8 Directory ofUseful Websiteswww.e4s.co.ukFor all the information you need on finding a job, interview tips, writing your CV and Cover letter and much more

www.yell.co.ukFind local businesses in your area.

www.volunteering.org.uk or www.vso.org.ukFor information on volunteering jobs.

www.citizensadvice.org.uk Contains legal information and guidance on wide range of work related issues. You can also use this website tfind your nearest citizens advice office.

www.hmrc.gov.ukHM Revenue and Customs. Contains information on Tax and Pay.

http://jobsearch.about.com/od/teenjobinterviews/qt/teeninterview.htm Useful questions you could be asked in an interview.

www.direct.gov.ukandwww.worksmart.org.ukFor a wide range of employment information and guidance.

Other places to find E4S:

Like E4S onFacebook

Follow E4S onTwitter

Follow E4S onFoursquare

Follow E4S onGoogle +
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