Latest research tells us that 30% of people are living the dream and have landed their actual "dream" job. This is such fantastic to read and highly motivating for many to know that it is obtainable if they have not managed to find it themselves.
Within the same study, another positive finding was that on top of this, 22% are about to start their dream job as well. We really believe that sometimes, that dream job, maybe does not exist until later on life when you understand yourself better, begin to know what you enjoy and what you are really good at. So, do not be heartbroken if you have not found that dream job yet because you are unsure what it even is. Be patient and it will come.
Unfortunately, there were a percentage of people who could not find it for one reason or another (33%) and 15% never get offered it. Our advice is not to become discouraged. If you know what your dream job is and you are trying to secure that, then keep trying and do not give up. You will finally find yourself in it as long as you work hard and do not lose that determination. And as we have mentioned before, be patient if you do not know what it is yet.
Wouldn't it be great to re-do this survey in 6 months time, to find that 100% had found their dream job?
We would really love to hear what these dream jobs are, so please do share that with us below.....
We have a brand new role to promote on our site for a Mechanical Technician in Didcot.
Know anyone that may be suitable? Why not, let them know?? Or is this something for you? If so, read on....
This full time, permanent Mechanical Technician role is paying in between £25,499 and £29,999 with a discretionary range up to £34,499.
Diamond Light requires an experienced Mechanical Technician to work on the I15-1 beamline. The position will initially involve supporting the Diamond Scientists during installation and commissioning. When this has been concluded you will maintain the equipment and work with the scientists in designing and installing new components and helping users to carry out their experiments. The ideal candidate will have good workshop skills, ideally with some machining (milling / turning) experience (but not essential) and experience of working with delicate state-of-the art pieces of equipment. You should have an ONC / GNVQ level 2 or equivalent.
Applications are being accepted up until the 26th November 2017.
You can read more about this role on our website and you can apply directly there.
Over the last month we have been investigating the likelihood of jobseekers using CV and Resume Writing Companies to review and re-write their CV's/Resumes.
We first looked into how likely people were to using them. It was a close call with just 10% difference between people saying "never" and others saying "definitely". In fact there was a small difference between Never, Maybe and Definitely looking at the illustration between the options below.
28% said they would never use a professional CV / Resume Writing company, 32% said maybe and 40%, definitely. We are safe to say that there is a market for such companies to help those get their CV / Resume's up to scratch.
Following on from this analysis, we looked into why people would decide to use such professionals. 44% clearly felt that they would do a better job than them - whether this is true or not is another story. This could simply be down to a lack of the individuals confidence rather than their actual ability. 38% just did not know where to begin when reviewing and re-writing their CV/Resume so needed some direction. Finally, 18% did not have the time to re-do their CV/Resume and so would choose to use the professionals. With people being so busy and rushed today and longer hours being worked, this reason is definitely a deciding factor for many.
So once you have made the decision to use an external professional, how do you decide which company to use? It is always a good idea to shop around and see which company is suitable for you and works within your industry and location. It is also a good idea to go on recommendations and potential partnerships of businesses who recommend their services. Here at TipTopJob, we currently recommend Get Interviews which offers services within the UK, the USA and Worldwide. They offer a FREE CV / Resume review in the first place before purchasing any of their services. You can read a little more about CVGetInterviews here and GetInterviews here.
Fab new role has been posted on the site today for a Senior Lab Technician in Nottingham. They are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.
The role is a 37 hours per week in term time plus 2 extra weeks with a salary of between £15,999 - £17,830.
You will join a very successful science department consisting of 15 teaching staff, 1 assistant technician, and 12 laboratories.
The successful applicant will benefit from enhanced professional development opportunities through their partnership with other local schools. The Academy has an ethos of aspiration, ambition and high achievement for all.
To read more and apply for this role, please CLICK HERE.
One of the most daunting experiences for you right now is making the transition from military to civilian life. Not only will it seem like an uphill battle trying to fit back into this daily life but trying to find a new career can further complicate the situation. We have put together a few words of advice when faced with the task of putting together a CV.
What career?
If you know what kind of job you are going to go for, then you are half way there. Trying to decide what kind of job you want to do is difficult and it may be that you do not just decide on one job but several options. To get to this point, you need to sit down and list ALL of the skills you have developed pre-military and whilst within the military and cross-check this list with the skills required in an array of careers. This is the time to research all kinds of job opportunities, speak to your network of friends, family and acquaintances and get some first-hand feedback to work out if it is something you may be interested in doing. It is important to invest time in reading around all kinds of careers to see if something interests you! The internet is a great place to start and there are many sites out there with great explanations of what is involved in different job roles.
More than one CV?
It is highly likely that you may be interested in several kinds of jobs so it is very common to have more than one CV. We allow up to 5 CV’s to be saved into a jobseekers account on TipTopJob so that they can be used to apply to different kinds of jobs and this is the same for other job boards. Each can include different skills and experiences that relate to the role you are applying to. Each CV needs to be kept to under 2 pages.
Skills and achievements
As someone who has no direct experience in the role you are going to be applying for, it is important to pick out the “transferable” skills that you have picked up in the military and that can be used in civilian life. Some of these skills may include team work, decision making, leadership, IT and communication. You are likely to have some good quality and varied achievements that you can use to your advantage so try to pick out those most relevant to the role you are going to be applying for.
Language
Try to minimise any military jargon, acronyms, slang etc from your CV as this can be confusing for a recruiter. If you are describing specific military terms, try to explain and elaborate. You can always ask a friend to read over your CV to make sure they understand it before applying to a job.
Personal Development Record
This is something that civilians will not have so it is a good idea to use this to your advantage. You can quantify each of the areas and be specific with what you have done, who you have managed, what you achieved, what equipment you used etc For example, say that you managed over 20 soldiers, explain that you managed a budget of over £1 million and describe a situation that resulted in saving your department over £50K.
To finish
When putting your CV together, remember to keep it simple, not too wordy and relevant. There are companies that can help you to put a CV together or provide a review on what you already have. Invest some time in getting this right as it can help you to get your foot in the door. If you are rejected for a role, always ask for feedback as this can help you to tweak the content on your CV before applying for another job.
We are feeling generous!!!
Any Recruitment Agencies that would like to post jobs before the 31st July will be permitted FREE advertising for the rest of this year!
To take advantage of this offer, simply email us here. All Recruitment Agencies NEW and OLD are invited. If you know of someone advertising, then please do spread the word.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
In our latest study looking at styles of offices and motivation, we can reveal some interesting correlations between modernised work space and motivated staff.
82% of respondents say their offices are modernised and updated which is reassuring however that still leaves 18% of workers who are still operating in the 80's. Of these unfortunate soles, 84% said they would feel more motivated with a new, refurbed, modernised office.
So, the answer to this is to remind/suggest those at the top how important your office is to you and your feelings whilst at work. The more you nag, the more chance you will have of it happening. Yes it costs money, but what better investment than one that in turn creates a motivated and productive workforce. If you get a chance to discuss what motivates you, make sure you are clear to mention how important your surroundings are to you. Just take a look at the pictures below where you can see a before and after and the potential your office has of improving for the better. We know what we would choose!!!
Is your dream to work for GCHQ? Well, this could be for you!
We currently have a Foundation Technologist role being advertised in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
GCHQ is the security and intelligence agency that helps to keep the country safe. Their talented teams work with some of the most innovative technology to keep up with the ever-evolving digital age. The Foundation Technologist role is crucial to the success of their IT departments and the safety of the UK.
To find out more about this role on the site, click through to the job description.
You can apply in a few simple steps so do not delay if this is of interest to you. If not, but you know someone that may be suitable, let them know!
CEB SHL produces a variety of psychometric tests, including numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, and inductive reasoning. These psychometric tests are given to a variety of applicants, from fresh graduates to executive managers.
In recent years, employers have started to use psychometric tests more frequently, with the understanding that investing the time in screening candidates saves money in the long run. For instance, it has been proven that candidates are more likely to stay in a position if they underwent an intensive application process. Thus, CEB SHL has come to fill employer's needs, serving as one of the more popular assessment companies amongst employers of all sizes, from global firms to SMEs. It is likely you will encounter a CEB's SHL test on one of your upcoming assessments.
What Should You Know before Taking CEB's SHL Tests?
1.CEB’s SHL offers a variety of tests. Each test differs according to the industry, position, and level. This means the verbal reasoning test given to applicants for senior management positions will be more difficult than the one given to graduates. Take a look at these practice tests for different professional levels:
Entry-Level
Graduate/ Management
Senior Management
2.Most of CEB's SHL tests are computerised, either taken online or at your employer’s office. That being said, you may still encounter a paper-based version of some of the assessments.
3.Something unique about CEB’s SHL tests is that they use the verification method. Candidates first take an unsupervised online test. They then are required to take a shorter, supervised version of the test to ensure their results are reliable. Learn more about this process and practise taking CEB's SHL–style tests.
4.CEB's SHL tests have time constraints. This can be stressful for candidates. Luckily, many tests are designed so you don’t necessarily need to complete the exam within the allocated time.
5.The scores of your CEB's SHL tests are relative, meaning your results are tallied relative to other people with similar backgrounds to you.
Read more on our website in our Career Centre.
A new role was posted for Zizzi's restaurants yesterday who are looking for a "Regional HR Manager" to cover the South West of the UK.
This role is an opportunity for an HR professional with a real interest in talent development and a strong ER background. The role involves working closely with restaurant teams and Operations Managers to ensure we the company has the right people in the right places getting the best opportunities to develop their career within Zizzi. Building those working relationships will be key in the success of this role, helping to build and maintain successful teams of customer focused individuals.
The role is a field based one and as one of three Regional HR Managers reporting into the Senior HR Manager, this role is key in delivering a consistent standard of support to the Zizzi's people up and down the country.
This is a great opportunity so do not waste any time in applying.
Click through to view the full job description and apply online.
