Finding work

If you're looking for a job or thinking about retraining you can't get much better than the Government's Worktrain website. Alternatively, why not try the Job Centre?

Westminster Council Vacancies

Job Vacancies at the Council are generally advertised in national newspapers and are available on-line.

Council Tax benefit

If you become unemployed you may not be liable to pay the full amount of Council Tax.

Other benefits

If you have become unemployed you may need to claim benefit. The Department for Work and Pensions answers your questions about jobseeking and benefits.

Redundancy Help

Redundancy Help is an excellent website for anyone involved in redundancy.

Westminster Employment

Westminster Employment is a team within the Learning Disability Partnership in Westminster City Council’s Adults Services department.  The Service offers supported employment to individuals from the most disadvantaged groups. Their contact number is ph: 020 7641 1500 or email rdriver@westminster.gov.uk

Westminster City Council Apprenticeship Scheme

Click here to find out more about the scheme and the application processs.

Click here to read a case study.  

Westminster's Adult Education Service (WAES)

WAES provides courses that are available at centres throughout Central London, from Victoria in the south to Maida Vale in the north, ranging from one day to one year, for all levels from beginner to advanced.

Westminster Works

Westminster Works is a well funded programme to help people in Westminster find good jobs and get the training they need to (re)start a career.

Working in the UK

If you are not a UK resident there may be some restrictions placed on you with regard to being allowed to work. There are a number of factors involed. If you are travelling from abroad you may need a visa and a work permit. Please visit the UK Boarder Agency Web site for more information.

Jobs Links

• Westminster Libraries Gateway to Web Sites - Education & Careers
• Directgov - Jobseekers