Help finding a job with Work Redbridge
Employment support
Looking for a job can be a job in itself. We are here to help make the whole process easier for you. We can give you impartial information, advice and help you apply for the jobs you want. Our advisors can support you to improve your future employment prospects and access jobs and skills.
The Work Redbridge service is open to any Redbridge resident aged 18+ with the right to live and work in the UK.
Work Redbridge deliver a range of programmes to support residents depending on your current employment status.
Our qualified advisors can offer free support such as:
- Job search support
- CV review
- Access to employability workshops
- Weekly Work Clubs
- Information on local recruitment agencies
- Information on gaining skills through volunteering
- Improving your interview techniques including virtual and telephone interviews
- Gaining employability skills and finding training opportunities
- Accessing local employment opportunities and fortnightly vacancy bulletin
Register with us
Complete our registration form below and we will contact you to explain the next steps.
If you are eligible for a one to one appointment an advisor will help you to create an individual action plan to start your journey back into work.
At your first appointment you will need to bring:
- Passport/Birth Certificate/Visa if required
- Proof of address dated in the last 3 months
- Proof of NI number
You will get information, advice and referrals to local organisations who may be able to help you. All our appointments take place at various venues across Redbridge.
Discretionary Housing Payment
Did you know that if you receive Housing Benefit or Universal Credit Housing Element, but struggle to meet the shortfall in your rent or have rent arrears, you may be eligible for a Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP). If you apply for DHP, we will also consider whether we can help with your Council Tax even if you are already receiving Council Tax Reduction.
Find out more on Discretionary Housing Payments
Contact us
Email: workredbridge@redbridge.gov.uk
Telephone: 0208 708 2298
Redbridge Employment, Skills and Enterprise Strategy
The Redbridge Employment, Skills and Enterprise Strategy complements Local London growth strategies, creating an employment and skills ecosystem across the sub-region. Working together with our partners and key stakeholders we aim to better respond to the employment, enterprise and skills needs of the borough and ensure more residents and businesses can benefit from future growth and regeneration.
Funded by
The Work Redbridge Service is funded by various organisations including the London Borough of Redbridge, London Councils, Local London and the European Social Fund.
