Week 2 -Types of Employment - Moving on Up Month 2026

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• Hairdressing
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

Types of Employment:
Helping you understand employment options

Session Aims

You will explore:

• What ‘employment’ means

• What are the common types of employment

• What are the benefits and challenges of employment types.

• Identify qualities and behaviours that an employer would look for

Do you know what types of employment are available to you?

Understanding different types of employment helps you make informed decisions about your future career.

What type of employment do you think you would suit you and support your career goals?

Types of Employment…

• Full-time

• Part-time

• Self-employment

• Apprenticeships

• Zero-hour contracts

• Gig Economy

Full-Time Employment

• Typically, 35-40 hours per week

• Stable income and benefits

• Career progression opportunities

• May lack flexibility

Part-Time Employment

• Fewer hours than full-time

• More flexibility

• May not include benefits like pensions or sick pay

Self-Employment

• Work for yourself

• Choose your hours and clients

• Must manage own taxes and business expenses

• Can be unpredictable

Apprenticeships

• Learn while earning a wage

• Gain qualifications alongside work experience

• May have lower starting pay but leads to career growth

Zero-Hour Contracts

• No guaranteed hours

• Flexibility for workers and employers

• Can make income unpredictable

Gig Economy

• Short-term or freelance jobs (e.g., Uber, Deliveroo)

• Work when you want, but no benefits such as sick pay

• May lack job security

What type of employment do you think suits you now best and why?

What type of employment do you think suits you now best and why?

What qualities do you think employers are looking for?

What qualities do you think employers are looking for?

Work Qualities...

üHonesty​

üLoyalty​

üPositivity​

üProblem-solving​

üSelf-reliance​

üTeamwork​

üWork ethic

üAmbition

üCommunication

üConfidence

üCritical thinking

üDependability

üDetermination

üEagerness to learn

üFlexibility

First Impressions Count

•Be punctual and reliable – arrive on time and meet deadlines.

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•Show respect to colleagues, managers, and customers.​

•Communicate politely and professionally, both in person and online.​

•Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn.​

•Take responsibility for your actions and admit mistakes.

•Wear clothing appropriate for your role and workplace.

•Keep your appearance neat, clean, and professional.

•Follow any specific rules your employer sets (uniforms, safety gear, etc.).

•When in doubt, dress slightly smarter than you think is required!

Conduct

Dress code

Why does it matter?

Why it matters...

First impressions count – your appearance and behaviour reflect your professionalism.

Good conduct builds trust and makes you a valuable team member.

Following workplace expectations shows that you are ready to succeed.

Further Resources

• 16 jobs to help you choose the right career path | Indeed.com UK​

• How to find ideas for a job and fulfilling career path | Indeed.com UK​

• Part-time vs. Full-time: What’s the Difference? | Indeed.com UK​

• What is the 'gig' economy? - BBC News​

• The true story of the UK gig economy | CIPD​

• Become an apprentice: How apprenticeships work - GOV.UK​

• Contract types and employer responsibilities: Zero-hours contracts - GOV.UK