How to get jobs in Enfield

Looking for jobs in the present economic climate is not easy. This article takes a look at how to get jobs in Enfield, which is just north of London. It examines the different ways to look for jobs, and then offers some more general job hunting advice.

Local newspapers

If you live in Enfield and want local work, local papers are probably your best bet. You live in a good area for these, there is the Enfield News, Enfield Today, Enfield Independent, and Enfield Advertiser. All of these are a good source for jobs advice.

Contact local companies

There may not be that many large companies in Enfield, but the local council employs a large number of people, and it is possible to come by the Enfield council jobs. Looking further afield, council jobs in north London are not too difficult to come by. Whenever you are contacting companies directly, it is always worth visiting and taking your CV with you rather than just sending it by post. In addition, try to be seen by someone in charge, if possible. This may take extra time, but it means someone might remember you when a job becomes available.

Job centre, agencies, and websites

It is always worth registering with the local Job Centre, plus any local private agencies. There are also a number of job seekers websites, such as Fish4jobs.co.uk, Jobsite.co.uk, and Totaljobs.com. These are national job sites, but there is also one specifically for the Enfield area, Enfieldlocaljobs.co.uk.

Other job hunting tips

Job hunting in the recession can be difficult and time-consuming. It is not enough to simply apply for one or two jobs you see that takes your fancy. You must try everywhere, and you need to be prepared to make job hunting a full time job for a while. You might also have to be prepared to set your sights lower than you expected. If you are a graduate, don't expect to get a graduate level job immediately. Whoever you are, be ready to accept a lower paid or more boring job - perhaps even any job you can get. You can always change jobs later if something better comes up. Strange though it may seem, it is easier to get a job if you already have one, as it proves to employers that you have a work record.