1. Searching for Jobs
How your Library can help
www.lancashire.gov.uk

2. www.lancashire.gov.uk/jobsupport
Here at Lancashire Libraries we are
committed to providing help and
support if you’re looking for work

3. As job search has moved online
People without internet access are at a
disadvantage

4. • The best place to now look for work is
online
• More than 25% of employers use only the
internet to advertise job opportunities
• Due to the government's Digital by
Default agenda there will be changes to
the job searching and benefit systems.
• There are lots of different websites and
online resources you can use with your
learners to look for work

5. Basic computer skills are needed to
apply…
Plus many jobs involve the use and require
some knowledge of computers

6. In all our libraries
You can have free computer use and
internet access for up to 2 hours a day

7. And many of our libraries
Have regular free courses and sessions to
help people get the online skills they need

8. We start with the basics
Including that all important email account
that you’ll need for job applications

9. You learn at your own pace
Completing a short series of online practical
bitesize courses

10. When you’ve mastered the basics
There are more advanced courses available
to suit your needs or interests

11. We have staff and volunteers
available
To help you at any stage

12. We start with the basics
• How to use a keyboard and mouse
• How to search and explore the internet
• How to keep in touch with email
• How to stay safe online
and you can go on to learn things like
• Shopping online
• Understanding public services online
• Job hunting online
• Socialising online
• Photos online

13. Find a course near you…
lancashire.gov.uk/events

14. Many of our libraries also
have regular Work Clubs

15. At our work clubs tutors are on
hand to help you
• Producing CVs and covering letters
• Completing application forms (paper
based and online)
• Interview skills
• Searching for jobs online
• Finding information on courses to
develop your employment skills and gain
qualifications

16. And you can share advice and
experience
With other people
‘in the same boat’ as you

17. Through our Digital Library
You can gain access to the best
resources to help with your job
search

18. our Good Web Guide
Lists the best websites
and online help

19. So you could
Practice your interview technique
with Duncan Bannatyne

20. So you could
View all the latest vacancies in one place as
soon as they’re announced

21. So you could
Look at Job and Business opportunities
with details of the information you need

22. You can contact us
library.online@lancashire.gov.uk
www.lancashire.gov.uk/jobsupport
www.lancashire.gov.uk