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The JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 11: Christmas SpecialTHE JOBCAST - Episode 11: Christmas SpecialIn our final podcast of 2021 we look at how you can boost your employability over the festive period and discuss how to prepare for job searching in 2022Merry Christmas from all of us at the Employment Support Team and we'll see you in the new year!Get involved: Email: employment.support.team@southampton.gov.uk Text: 07811 165534 Tweet us @sotoncareers2021-12-2326 min
The JobcastTHE JOBCAST 10: Work-Life BalanceTHE JOBCAST - 10: Work-Life Balance To mark National Work Life Week 2021, we're joined by Alice from Working Families UK to discuss work-life balance, how to maintain a good work-life balance and how work-life balance also applies to job searching Find out more about Working Families: https://workingfamilies.org.uk/ Get involved with National #WorkLifeWeek: https://workingfamilies.org.uk/nationalworklifeweek/ Get involved: Email: employment.support.team@southampton.gov.uk Text: 07811 165534 Tweet us @sotoncareers2021-10-1424 min
The JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 9: Job Interviews and Happiness at WorkTHE JOBCAST - Episode 9: Job Interviews and Happiness at Work This month we talk about job interviews, why they're needed and how to prepare. We also speak to Chris Brown, Community Cohesion Manager at Southampton City Council, about what he looks for in interviews, as well as discussing ways to be happy at work as part of International Happiness at Work Week. Read out blog post on Job Interviews: http://access-southampton.co.uk/uncategorized/interview-tips-and-tricks/ Find out more about the International Week of Happiness at Work: https://internationalweekofhappinessatwork.com/ Get...2021-09-1553 min
The JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 8: Southampton Jobs WeekA Jobs Week Special of our monthly podcast - this month we talk about the planned face to face and online events we're organising as part of Southampton Jobs Week. We also meet Jonny from the Prince's Trust and talk about the Kickstart Scheme. Southampton Jobs Week: http://access-southampton.co.uk/jobs-weekPrince's Trust: https://www.princes-trust.org.uk/SouthCoast@princes-trust.org.uk 0800 842 842 Find out more about the Kickstart Scheme: https://kickstart.campaign.gov.uk/ #SotonJobsWeek2021-08-1029 min
The JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 7: Self-EmploymentTHE JOBCAST - Episode 7: Self-Employment We're joined by Adriana from WSX Enterprise who tells us about their new Speed You Up Young Entrepreneur Programme. We also discuss self-employment and running your own business, the pros and cons and how to make it work for you. Find out more about self-employment: http://access-southampton.co.uk/self-employment/ Find out more about Speed You Up: https://www.wsxenterprise.co.uk/support/startup/speed-you-up/ Get involved: Email: employment.support.team@southampton.gov.uk Text: 07811 165534 Tweet us @sotoncare...2021-07-1345 min
The JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 6: Community and VolunteeringTHE JOBCAST - Episode 6: Community and Volunteering To celebrate 2021 Month of Community, we're talking about what the word community means to us. We're also joined by Annie from Communicare in Southampton to discuss volunteering and how it can help people to move towards employment. Communicare in Southampton website: https://communicareinsouthampton.org.uk/Volunteer in Southampton: https://www.solinked.org.uk/coronavirus_services/service_type/volunteeringWildflowers outside the Civic Centre: https://www.facebook.com/SotonCC/photos/pcb.4325163120862008/4325151087529878 Get involved: Email: employment.support.team@southampton.gov...2021-06-0843 min
The JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 5: PATH Perinatal Mental HealthTHE JOBCAST - Episode 5: PATH Perinatal Mental HealthThis month we're talking about our involvement in the PATH project, a new project which aims to raise awareness and reduce stigma around Perinatal Mental Health. We're also joined by Mark Williams and Sandra Igwe who talk to us about their experiences of parenthood and employment. Find out more about PATH: Tackling mental health stigma « PATH_UK (path-perinatal.eu)Mark's website: https://www.reachingoutpmh.co.uk/Sandra's website: https://www.themotherhoodgroup.com/ PATH – PerinAtal menTal Health – is part of the...2021-05-2437 min
The JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 4: Mental Health at WorkTHE JOBCAST - Episode 4: Mental Health at Work This month we're joined by Sam, Aaron and Alice from Steps2Wellbeing and we discuss mental health and work. Steps2Wellbeing is a free, confidential NHS service for to people aged 18+. They offer a range of different types of treatment for people experiencing problems with low mood/depression, anxiety or stress. Find out more about Steps2Wellbeing: https://www.steps2wellbeing.co.uk/ Get involved: Email: employment.support.team@southampton.gov.ukText: 07811 165534 Tweet us @sotoncareers2021-04-1347 min
The JobcastTHE JOBCAST Episode 3 - National Careers Week 2021In this month's episode,, we have a Careers Conversation to mark #NCW2021, sharing our thoughts on:Can you turn a hobby into a career?What new jobs will exist in the future?What’s the difference between and job and a career? Get involved:Email: employment.support.team@southampton.gov.uk Text: 07811 165534Tweet us @sotoncareers2021-03-3027 minThe JobcastThe Jobcast TrailerThe Jobcast is our brand new employability podcast where we will be sharing advice to help you get your next job. Join Dan and Francesca on the second Tuesday of every month for careers chat, special guests and much more!2021-02-2500 minThe JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 2: National Apprenticeship WeekIn February's episode, we meet Jodi from the Solent Apprenticeship Hub and share our experiences of being apprentices to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 20212021-02-2529 minThe JobcastTHE JOBCAST - Episode 1: Young Adults Employment HubTHE JOBCAST - Episode 1: Young Adults Employment HubIn this month's episode, meet Francesca and Dan and find out about Southampton's new youth hubhttp://access-southampton.co.uk/young-adults-employment-hub/2021-02-2517 min