Employment and training opportunities
Taking part in training and developing your skills could help you move into employment or progress in your career.
This could help you increase your income or get more job security, as well as feeling more confident in managing your finances and accessing support service
Training to help you access good work
Developing your skills and taking a course could help you to find a good job or progress in your career. There are thousands of adult learning courses available near you. If you are in low pay, you are unemployed, or you're aged between 19 and 23, you could get your course for free.
Training to support with essential skills, including numeracy and managing finances
The Mayor is helping Londoners to access the essential skills they need for life and work. From English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) to basic digital skills, this training can help you feel more confident accessing services and managing your money.
The London Multiply programme has hundreds of numeracy courses available for free. This support can help you to build the confidence with numbers and skills needed for life and work, including managing your finances, moving into further learning, and getting a good job.
Search for a job
You can search and apply for a job that better meets your needs through the government's Find a Job website.
For personalised support, tips and advice to find your next work opportunity visit the government's JobHelp site.
You can get advice on your job search and search for courses and jobs on the National Careers Service website.
Useful information
Your rights at work
Everyone who works in the UK has some employment rights.
It is important to make sure you know your legal rights at work. For example, what paid holiday you should be getting, your sick pay, and redundancy entitlement.
Find out more about your rights at work through our Employment Rights Hub.
Being paid properly
There is a minimum amount you should be paid for each hour you work if you work for someone else. This can vary depending on your age and sometimes the type of job it is.
The National Minimum Wage sets a minimum hourly rate for people aged 18 to 23 years old. The National Living Wage sets the hourly rate for people aged 23 years old and above.
As well as being paid the right amount it is important to make sure your payslip is correct. Make sure you are paying the right amount of tax, student loan or pension contributions and that that you aren't getting your pay unlawfully deducted. Visit the Citizens Advice website for guidance on making sure you are getting paid properly.