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Turn up at the right place at the right time This is a must! You would be amazed at how often people are late for interviews. It is important to carefully read your confirmation email/letter explaining the location and time of your interview. You shoul …

What is a reasonable adjustment? A reasonable adjustment is a change/changes to the work environment or additional equipment that allows individuals with a disability, mental health condition or long term health condition to work safely and productivel …

One of our advisers has recently left Into Work to move on to the next chapter in her career. She received a piece of artwork that one of her clients had created during a tough time out of paid work. This story highlights the positive impact paid work …

David’s Story  It all started when I took voluntary redundancy from my previous customer facing job in the public sector due to restructuring. I had over 50 interviews but I was unsuccessful in finding a paid job. I was so fed up that I decided to spea …

Sharon’s Story… I currently attend Into Work and I have been going there for the last 5 months. I lost my job last year and I am looking for an Administration/Reception post.  My disability is that I have a visual impairment and I need magnification …

Into Work supports job seekers to prepare for interviews and we always encourage the use of the STAR technique.  The STAR technique  allows you to structure your answers which helps you highlight your experience and answer the questions without stumbli …

Two FREE, funded, places are still available for a 16 week coding qualification delivered by Codeclan in Edinburgh. Into Work will provide the initial meeting, suitability and on-going support for anyone who may be interested in this opportunity. The f …

Do you have a mental health condition? Are you looking for work? Do you live in Edinburgh or the Lothians? Into Work can help.