It’s good to know help is at hand if you need tips on improving your skills or interview technique to secure that next role. Looking to take
JOBS
your next step
The council’s Job Box Service has supported more than 8,000 people through online and community pop-up events. It’s helped people of all ages access education, training and employment and works closely with employers to increase opportunities. The ‘Work Local’ initiative aims to get people thinking about working closer to where they live, saving on transport costs. A number of ‘Work Local’ events have been held, helping employers to recruit locally. Councillor Eileen Callear, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet Member for Visitor Economy, Employment and Skills, said: “Our Job Box service is there to help residents of all ages. “We are focused on supporting people across the borough, matching them with the latest employment opportunities, and also supporting local businesses who need to recruit new staff.” Eileen added: “There are many job opportunities on people’s doorstep and this service will make sure people are aware of them. “Through ‘Work Local’ we are helping employers recruit from local talent and also helping our residents reduce their commute time and fuel costs by considering local opportunities.”
To find out more visit www.telfordjobbox.co.uk
Open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm Southwater One (2nd Floor), Telford TF3 4BZ
Thumbs up for new bus service
The costs of getting to and from work are soon to be eased with a new work express bus route. Part of the council’s ‘On Your Side’ programme, aimed at supporting residents with work, the new route will run from Madeley to Wellington and call at Halesfield, Stafford Park and Hortonwood. As well as reducing costs, it is hoped the new routes will open up employment opportunities for those who may have previously struggled to get to the sites. Despite no national funding, a number of new routes are being funded directly by the council including:
• Madeley to Wellington and PRH via Dawley & Lawley • High Ercall to Wellington via Alscott & Wrockwardine / Wellington to Ellerdine via Leegomery • Tibberton to Wellington via Newport, Donnington & Priorslee Further details are set to be announced soon.
Find out more at www.telford.gov.uk/busimprovement
“Quicker and cheaper travel, that’s what the work express bus service aims to deliver while opening up new employment opportunities for those who may have previously struggled to get to areas of employment.”
Discounted travel The Telford and Wrekin Concessionary Travel Scheme can help you save money on travel if you’re eligible because of your age or a disability. The scheme includes free travel on local bus services throughout England between 9.30am and 11.00pm Monday to Fridays and at any time on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Go to www.telford.gov.uk/concessionarytravel or call 01952 383867 to apply
Councillor Richard Overton Deputy Leader & Cabinet Member for Housing, Enforcement and Transport
TOTALLY TELFORD
19
Made with FlippingBook interactive PDF creator