Finding a Job
What are the best ways of finding a job in the leisure industry - or any other industry for that matter? There are lots of opportunities out there, so knowing where to find them is crucial.
Different methods of finding a job are appropriate for different fields. For part time jobs or entry level positions, the local newspapers - or even word of mouth - can still be an effective method. There's usually a relationship between how much a job pays and how much people spend on advertising it!
At the other end of the scale, finding a job in a specialized or professional field will usually mean narrowing your search to the professional publication of choice - for example, almost all school jobs (teachers, head teachers etc) are advertised in the Times Education Supplement (TES).
For most other positions, the internet has become the most effective place to search. It is quick and easy for you as a prospective employee, and cheap and effective for employers. With job ads in national newspapers easily running to hundreds, if not thousands of pounds, it makes sense for most employers to list openings on line.
If you start searching you will find that there are two main types of websites to help you in your search - specialty sites, which carry jobs in just a particular area - and more general sites. These will cover a wide range of jobs, including those that require less specific skills and experience.
Finally, it's worth remembering that old fashioned methods - such as contacting a company to see if they have a vacancy, or even word of mouth - can still unearth openings not advertised elsewhere.