Will I be able to get a job?

Question

I haven't been working for more than six years, will I be able to get a job easily or do I have to go to training to get a admin job,I was an interpreter before and also worked in a office as an admin assistant. Im bored of sitting at home kids have started school,so Im free for few hours everyday. No silly answers please.

Answer 1

I am sure that there will be jobs which will only take people with specific training or qualifications, but from an employers point of view there are so many poor candidates applying for good jobs that those who have anything to offer really do stand out - qualifications or otherwise.

I would suggest that you make your CV concise and engaging: use bullet points. Most importantly let your personality shine through. I always look at an applicant's personal details (i.e. hobbies and interests, personal statement etc.) before looking at qualifications because that's where I can find out most about the person. At the end of the day I need be sure I can get on with them. Qualifications are invariably old and therefore less relevant.

I would also include previous experience and transferable skills - for instance if you have children you might well have excellent negotiation skills!

Be confident, I'm sure that you'll find the conditions favourable out there. Best of luck.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Taking time off and then getting back to the workforce can be a pain but rest assured that I think it will be much easier for you than you might think. If you worked as an interpeter before then that obviously means you have language skills. Anyone bi-lingual definitely has a greater chance of getting a better position than just the average joe off the street even if the average joe has admin training). As far as admin jobs go, every company I've worked for that did bi-lingual business concentrated on the interpeter's language skills first and computer knowledge 2nd. I assure you that the right job will come at the right time. No matter what you do or don't do you will end up where you are needed.

Answer 4

I think it's more of a confidence issue for you than a practical one. Don't be put off by having been out of the workplace for 6 years. You have a valid reason - bringing up kids. If you had skills before, you'll probably pick them up again easily.

It may seem obvious, but try asking in your local Jobcentre for help. The culture there has changed so much in recent years - whereas in the past it felt like a siege mentality had set in, and the satff were scared of any contact - today the staff are friendlier and surprisingly willing and able to help you look for appropriate jobs.

Good luck!

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Answer 5

Depending on where you live you shouldn't have any trouble getting a job. Don't be afraid to start at the bottom, if you are good you'll move up.

One last piece of advice, stay away from any work at home suggestions such as *************, the truth is they paid their members an average of 30 cents each last month, a far cry from the hundreds of dollars the referral link spammers suggest you can make.

Answer 6

Let me know. I'm looking too. It's been 5 years for me. I had some office/computer skills but now they are out of date. I may have found a delivery job on craigslist. I'll know tomorrow. Good luck to you. I hope you find something at least mildly interesting.

Answer 7

Most employers see looking after kids as a job in it's self and wouldn't hesitate to hire you. Being a full time carer to children has lots of skills which are useful in the workplace. Good luck and aim high when your looking for a job, you deserve it.

Answer 8

there are probably loads of opportunities out there for you. start looking through your local papers for a suitable position. most employers acknowledge that spending time at home bringing up a family is a worth while thing to do and that you are not dumb just because of it!!
you could also consider some voluntary work til you get back into the swing of things.
it may also be useful to search the jobcentres website for jobs...

Answer 9

Best try some local shops and get your confidence back.
Lot's of part time work and charirty shops as a volunteer .
Main thing is to get into a different routine

Answer 10

I think you will need to get some training. Six years is a long time to be out of work, and employers may be hesitate to take you on because of this. A lot of things change in six years, and there will be a range of admin courses that you can study from the Open University, or your local Adult Education Centre. For example, make sure that your computer skills are up to scratch, do you know short-hand? etc...

Update your CV, and include things that you did in the 6 year gap, because employers are bound to ask you in your interview, for example, any volunteering you did, part-time courses etc.

Good luck.