May 29th 2024.
The job market in the UK is currently highly competitive, with a significant decrease in available vacancies and a rise in unemployment. This situation does not bode well for job seekers, as there will be more competition for each position, with some roles receiving hundreds of applications.
However, there are a few industries that are experiencing a high demand for workers. According to research by Indeed, the healthcare sector is in need of nurses, with recruiters searching for them in 6.9% of CVs. Additionally, care work for the elderly and individuals with disabilities is also in demand, with support workers and care assistants being sought after by employers.
This shortage of skills in the healthcare industry can be attributed to a struggling NHS and an aging population, both of which are not likely to change anytime soon. As a result, occupations such as nursing and care work may be easier to find, but they come with their own challenges. These roles have some of the highest rates of sickness absence in the country, and the starting salaries are below the national average.
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Other in-demand jobs include chefs, customer service staff, teaching assistants, and trades such as mechanics and electricians. There is also one professional role on the list – accounting.
Indeed's senior economist, Jack Kennedy, commented on these findings, stating that it is not surprising that healthcare roles are in high demand, given the struggles of the NHS. He also mentioned that the UK's post-Brexit migration policy, which prioritizes higher-skilled workers, may result in worker shortages in lower-paid sectors for some time.
As the UK gears up for a general election, the country's political parties are making promises to boost employment. The Labour party plans to deliver economic stability with tough spending rules, no increase in income tax or National Insurance for at least five years, and a cap on corporation tax to encourage business growth. They also promise to ban exploitative zero-hours contracts and end fire and rehire, recruit more NHS mental health staff and police officers, and set up a public sector energy firm.
The Conservatives, on the other hand, plan to create a long-term workforce plan and replace some university courses with apprenticeships. However, their most talked-about employment proposal is to bring back national service for 18-year-olds, giving them the option to serve in the military or perform voluntary work in the community.
With no official release of party manifestos yet, it remains to be seen how these policies will impact daily work life. Are you considering a career change into one of these in-demand roles? Share your thoughts below! And if you have a story to share, get in touch by emailing us.
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