A commitment to equal opportunities is essential. A good knowledge of UK ethnic minority languages will be an advantage. Many job holders are professionally qualified Lawyers, Teachers or Social Workers. Generally age is not a barrier to entry, particularly given the importance placed on life experience. Competition Competition for vacancies is strong but opportunities do exist for candidates with experience.
Many vacancies are initially on fixed term contracts rather than permanent employment.
This is unlikely to be a first job. Getting relevant experience is essential. This could come from paid or unpaid work and could include community work, welfare rights, etc. Such experience is often seen as a form of career development, so starting a career in social work, housing, teaching, law etc would be useful. None applicable Recruitment agencies Recruitment agencies rarely handle vacancies.