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Applying for Work

We know that applying for work and preparing for interviews can be difficult. This page has some helpful tips and links to organisations who can help.

What do I need to do?

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Step 1: Search for a job

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Step 2: Write your CV

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Step 3: Write Your Cover Letter

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Step 4: Complete an Application Form

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Step 5: Get Interview Ready

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Step 6: Read Your Job Offer Carefully

How to Ace an Online Interview

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    Local Organisations That Can Support You

    There are lots of local organisations that can help you look for work, apply for jobs and training courses, prepare for interviews, and get work ready.
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    Inspire Hub

    Based in Grays and Tilbury. The team provide employment support to young people in Thurrock.

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    Job Centre Plus

    Based in Grays. The Job Centre Plus team can administer claims Jobseeker's Allowance, Incapacity Benefit, Employment and Support Allowance and Income Support.

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    One Community Development Trust

    Based in Dock Road, Tilbury. The team can provide pre-interview support, use of their computers and wi-fi to apply for jobs, CV assistance, and much more.

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    REED in Partnership

    Based in the Old Post Office in Grays. Their Restart Scheme helps long-term unemployed people to start working.

    Employers in Thurrock

    Amazon Tilbury

    DP World

    Lakeside Shopping Centre

    Port of Tilbury

    More local employers.

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    Thurrock Council Civic Offices
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    RM17 6SL

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