Access2Employment
Access2Employment are a team of professional employment advisers offering tailored support to assist clients in securing new or better employment, training or educational opportunities.
The Access2Employment (A2E) service offers comprehensive support to individuals looking for employment, with a focus on helping clients understand their career aspirations and providing the necessary skills to successfully apply for jobs and excel in interviews. The service works closely with various local services, including those within West Lothian Council, ensuring clients have access to a broad range of support options.
Key Services Offered:
One-to-One Service
- Personalised Support: Experienced advisers work with clients to identify their skills and create a tailored employment action plan.
- Job Search Assistance: Advisers help with finding job opportunities, preparing CVs, and providing online application support.
- Mock Interviews: Practice interviews are conducted to help clients improve their performance and increase their chances of success.
Employment Action Plan
- Goal Setting: For clients unsure of where to begin, advisers help create an action plan that includes clear employment goals, steps to achieve them, and a realistic timescale.
- Support Access: The service ensures clients are aware of available support in the local area, guiding them towards the resources they need.
Identifying Transferable Skills
- Skill Development: Advisers assist clients in recognising transferable skills gained from education, work, and personal life.
- Broader Job Opportunities: By recognising their full skill set, clients can expand the number of job roles they can apply for, strengthening their applications.
Job Searching & Application Support
- Effective Job Searching: Advisers help clients develop the skills necessary to identify suitable job opportunities.
- Application Structuring: Clients receive guidance on how to structure job applications to improve the chances of securing an interview.
- A2E Vacancy Bulletin: A weekly bulletin featuring current local job vacancies across various sectors. To subscribe or view recent vacancies, clients can follow the provided links Click Here (opens new window)
CV Support
- Personalised CV Guidance: Advisers assist clients in crafting professional, keyword-optimised CVs that highlight their relevant skills and experience.
- CV Questionnaire: Clients can complete a confidential CV questionnaire, which helps advisers tailor their support in transforming it into a standout CV.
Interview Preparation
- Mock Interviews: Clients can take part in mock interviews with feedback provided to enhance their performance.
- Interview Techniques: Advisers teach clients how to answer common interview questions effectively and provide tips on how to present themselves.
Registration and Appointment
- Getting Started: To speak to an adviser or access services, clients are encouraged to complete the online Registration Form Clicking Here (opens new window). or call 0800 032 9768.
For more information and to start working with an adviser, clients can register online through the provided form.
