This section provides information about jobs available at Ashford Borough Council and local job centres together with jobs websites and careers.

Careers

For information on careers call in at:

South Kent Area Careers
22 High Street, Ashford
Telephone: 01233 625516
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm except Wednesday, when the office opens at 10am.

The following websites also provide useful information and advice about careers:

• Connexions
  Government website for 13 to 19 yearolds to help them search for the right career or training.

• Learning & Skills Council
  Valuable information on funding, education and training for over 16 yearolds.

• Directgov
  Check out the careers pages of this public services website.

• Careers Net
  Website dedicated to providing careers advice,  job vacancy information and job seeking techniques.

• Prospects
  Website for postgraduate students looking for employment or current students looking for professional work placements.

• Learndirect
  Information and online courses for people aged 16 and over.

Minimum Wage

With a few exceptions, all workers in the UK aged 16 or over are legally entitled to be paid a minimum amount per hour. This is regardless of the kind of work you do or the size and type of company. The rate is reviewed every year, and any increases take place in October. To find out more visit the DirectGov website.