You’ve had a callback, and you’re scheduled for an interview for a new job that you really want. You’re excited about the interview…. That is until you find out that it’s a competency-based interview. Your confidence and vast well of experience feel like they’ve flown out the window, and you start to get nervous and […]

By : Nick Cooper

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our world forever, impacting all aspects of social, economic, political, and community life. No sector has been hit as hard as the education sector, with teachers and administration struggling to reorganise and teach affectively both online and in socially distant classrooms. COVID-19 has turned education on its head. Parents are […]

By : Nick Cooper

Do you love dogs, cats, rabbits, and everything on four legs? Does spending time with four-legged friends sound like heaven on earth? Do you want to work in a rewarding and well-paying field? If so, you would be perfect for a career working with animals. There are plenty of different career paths that allow you […]

By : Nick Cooper

Are you planning to take a year between the end of sixth form and the start of Uni? If so, you’re one of the many young people across the UK (and around the world) who wants to explore the world and expand their horizons.[i] There’s no need to rush into a university course you are […]

By : Nick Cooper

Coronavirus is a constantly changing picture and the advice and guidance from government is updated frequently. This newsletter is focused on the new Job Support Scheme which replaces furlough on the 1 November 2020. Below are some key facts surrounding what is currently known about this scheme. Byrne Jones HR will send out further updates […]

By : Nick Cooper

With tens of thousands of graduates in your field every year, you need any advantage you can get. An internship can help set you apart from the crowd and give you the skills, connections, and experience you need to succeed. There is a lot of competition out there for graduate jobs, and so an internship […]

By : Nick Cooper

After you complete your online GCSE courses, it’s time to start thinking about what you want to do next. Will you go on to do A-levels and apply to university, or do you prefer to take a practical approach? If you would like to get a leg up on your career, you should consider an […]

By : Nick Cooper

As the world has been thrust into the uncertainty and economic crisis of the Covid-19 pandemic, unemployment numbers have risen to unprecedented heights. While some people have been laid off or ‘let go,’ others have been furloughed. But what exactly does furlough mean for employees? Have you been furloughed? Or maybe your bosses have mentioned […]

By : Nick Cooper

If you value flexibility, freedom, and regular challenges, freelancing could be the perfect career path for you. Digital freelancing allows you to develop relationships with clients, set your own hours, and work as much (or as little) as you want. You get to set your own rates and can likely work from almost any location […]

By : Nick Cooper

One of the essential ingredients in a successful job application is your references. Without testimonials from someone who has worked with you, employers are going to be reluctant to take you on board. No one can afford to take a risk on an untried, untested individual. You might think this leads to a frustrating catch […]

By : Nick Cooper