Join Santa’s little helpers & seasonal work could be the path to full-time job
HAD it tough in 2020? Give yourself an early Christmas present with seasonal work.
Despite job losses in many sectors and the closure of restaurants and shops, there are 250,000 temporary festive roles up for grabs across the country.
Major employers are kicking off their seasonal recruitment.
In the past, around one in five Christmas temps have been offered permanent roles by their employers. So if you lost your job during the pandemic, this could be a route back into work.
Festive employment also improves your CV and gives you a fresh job reference, making it ideal for students or jobseekers returning to employment after time out.
This week, Sunemployment has more than 100,000 seasonal jobs listed, with tens of thousands more to come soon.
Plenty in store
SHOPS are facing a tough time but there are success stories – with some big names still hiring.
TESCO needs 11,000 temporary staff for the festive season.
Or join the team at SPORTS DIRECT, which has 2,000 roles to fill. Apply at sportsdirect.com/jobs or email careers@sportsdirect.com.
And SMYTHS TOYS has 100 roles for sales assistants. To apply take your CV to your local store or apply online at .
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RESTAURANT and bar chain Buzzworks has 20 vacancies from kitchen porters to head chefs and managers. Visit .
ROYAL MAIL hires more than 20,000 festive workers every year for vital sorting roles. See to find out more and apply.
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CITYSPRINT needs 750 couriers ahead of the Christmas rush. Go to .
Parcel giant YODEL is calling out for 2,950 new starters, with 2,500 self-employed and the rest in staff roles. Apply at or text “Deliver” to 84433.
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ALDI is hiring for festive roles around the country. Search for your new job at .
Get yourself noticed
WITH competition for Christmas jobs set to be fierce due to Covid redundancies, Steve McCall from Newcastle Jobcentre explains how to land one.
He said: “Even in these challenging times, employers from many sectors look to employ people on a temporary basis in the run-up to and over Christmas. These vacancies are waiting to be filled and they offer great opportunities.”
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- Check out the Job Help website and other job boards. New vacancies are posted daily and the Job Help site has free advice on how to create a stand-out CV and tips to excel in an interview.
- Get on social media. Follow firms you are interested in applying for as they may post vacancies. Your local Jobcentre Plus will also tweet about local vacancies.
- Research the employer before an interview. Whether it is a large multinational or a micro business, knowing something about the company and its ethos will show commitment.
- Excel at interview. Whether it’s on the phone, on Skype or in person, turn up a little early, dress smart and practise beforehand so you feel confident in your answers.
- Understand the role. You may need to ask for extra training to improve your knowledge or skill levels. Don’t be afraid to ask as it shows you are serious about the position.
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