WITH Christmas fast approaching, many employers are looking for temporary staff to fill vacancies.

Jobseekers in Craven and across North Yorkshire will find inspiration and lots of help to apply at their local jobcentre.

Many will find that seasonal work provides an opportunity to build new skills and experience, which can be carried forward later to a permanent role.

We’re working hard with employers in the region to identify their vacancies, which will ensure jobseekers have the best chance to find work that suits their personal situation.

The team at Skipton Jobcentre is ready to help equip jobseekers with the skills and confidence they need to stand out during this peak hiring season, whilst giving employers access to a pool of motivated and prepared candidates.

Now is a great time for jobseekers to undertake temporary seasonal work, which provides work experience to put on a CV, as well as providing an up-to-date work reference. Additionally, parents on universal credit can receive help with childcare payments.

Jobseekers can search our DWP ‘FindaJob’ website, at gov.uk/find-a-job, to check out the thousands of jobs on offer.

Michael Dales, employer & partnership manager for North Yorkshire, Department for Work and Pensions