Support for job seekers
Did you know? Our council offers a range of supports for jobseekers.
While these opportunities are primarily aimed at job seekers and prospective candidates rather than existing employees, we recognise that many colleagues may have customers, friends, family members, or others in their communities who are looking for work and could benefit from this support. Please share this information with anybody you feel may benefit from these supports.
Free rail travel for job seekers
Individuals registered with Jobcentre Plus may be eligible for discounted rail travel to support their job search, including:
- two free return train journeys to attend job interviews
- one month of free travel after securing employment
More information is available from ScotRail: https://www.scotrail.co.uk/tickets/railcards/jobcentre-plus-travel-discount-card-scheme
Interview clothing and preparation support for women
There are also organisations that provide free interview clothing, confidence building and interview preparation support for women seeking employment.
Dress for Success Scotland
- professional interview clothing
- career development and interview support
https://scotland.dressforsuccess.org/about-us/what-we-do/
Smart Works Scotland
- high-quality interview clothing
- one-to-one interview coaching and preparation
https://scotland.smartworks.org.uk/
These services are available to support women who are preparing for interviews or returning to work, helping to reduce barriers to employment and promote greater equality of opportunity.
East Lothian Works
East Lothian Works is our employability service working with East Lothian residents. Services include job search support, interview preparation, sector specific training and qualifications. The teams offered targeted support for young people who have left school and parents as well as adults looking to return to work or upskill. Please contact elworks@eastlothian.gov.uk for further information.