Home to a whole range of leading businesses, from global HQs, through to tech start ups and a wealth of wonderful hospitality, leisure and creative organisations, Reading’s job scene is hard to rival. If you’re looking to find a new job in Reading, be that through career change, personal choice or redundancy, there are plenty of opportunities whatever your level or industry. Don’t forget to look at our employment and skills pages for information on retraining and upskilling, too.
Here’s some useful information to support with finding a new job in Reading:
- National Careers Service
For adults seeking careers advice and guidance, help with CV writing, interview skills and online courses, the National Careers Service offers impartial advice and guidance, and is a great source for information.
- Local recruitment agencies
There are many specialist employment agencies around Reading - registering with them will often give you the fastest access to major employers, and they will actively “market” you to companies seeking your skills. Sectors range from logistics, construction and healthcare, to digital technology and communication. Some agencies provide contract staff to large companies, so you will be working for the agency, usually on a variety of short-term placements. This could be a good route to more permanent positions, and it might suit you to try different jobs before settling on a permanent role. TIP! Make sure you know your contracted hours, and that these are guaranteed, unless you prefer a more flexible working arrangement. Reed, Brook Street, Austin Fraser, Hays, Randstad and Charles Hunter are just a few local names.
- Berkshire Opportunities
For job searches across Berkshire, including apprenticeships and other training routes, and links to the employment support teams at National Careers Service/Adviza, visit berkshireopportunities.co.uk. Job Listings are comprehensive (compiled from all existing job postings online) and you’ll find lots of other useful information to support with your job search, too.
- Reading Ethical Recruitment Charter
Reading has taken the unique step in creating a Charter to ensure people applying for jobs are recruited ethically. Reading Borough Council and Ethical Reading have created a Recruitment Charter providing local businesses the opportunity to declare their commitment to ethical recruitment practices. If you are applying for a job in Reading, check if the company is signed up here.
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