Work Preparation

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Work Preparation

What are the qualities an Employer is looking for?

What qualities do you already have?

• Willingness to listen and learn...

• Adaptability.....

• Flexibility.....

• Self-reliance.....

• Teamwork.....

• Dependability.....

• Honesty….

Work Qualities...

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/qualities-employers-want

What the employers want…

How can you improve on these qualities?

Types of Employment:
Helping you understand employment options

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

Types of Employment…

• Full-time

• Part-time

• Self-employment

• Apprenticeships

• Zero-hour contracts

• Gig Economy

In small groups, research and discuss the different types of employment.

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

Apprentices

• 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 best and why?

Hospitality/
Business/
Customer Service

Employer: The Stockvale Group (Adventure Island)

Job role: Customer Service Host

Practice interview

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