Re: FN-FORUM: Getting a dogsbody..

date posted 15th June 2005 09:27

Rus Foster wrote:
> Hi All
> I'm getting to a point where I could justify a dogsbody who could help
> out with basic techincal things (Level 1 support) as well as helping out.
> Now I've considered college students/school leaves. Basically it would be
> low paid (6-7/hour). Any ideas of other places I could advertise? (Local
> rag?)

go and speak to someone at your job centre, you might find that they
have people, who for several reasons, are finding it hard to get work -
like age, disability etc.

consider older career changers, return to work mums and people with
disability.

the job centre will advise you on options - you may even find that there
is grant assistance for employers.

e.g. the "new Deal"

New Deal has substantial benefits for employers, it brings several key
advantages to your business, including:

* the opportunity to tackle skill shortages;
* access to candidates who are motivated and prepared for work who
have had the support of a New Deal Personal Adviser;
* you may get financial support;
o up to £75 a week for taking on a full-time employee over 25
o up to £60 a week for taking on a full-time employee aged
between 18 to 24
o up to £750 towards training a young person aged 18 to 24
* a valuable chance to invest in the future of your business.

;o)