How to apply
If you're interested in any of the opportunities below, please complete one of these referral forms:
If you have any questions about any one of the opportunities please email the team at towardsemployment@merton.gov.uk.
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Our top picks
Driver/site assistant - Earn £100 plus per day!Details: Driver required to collect and deliver building materials to sites across London. This is a fulltime, paid role Who can apply: Residents of Merton, Croydon, Sutton, Richmond and Kingston who are unemployed – you don’t have to be on benefits but must be unemployed – and aged 18 plus. You must be physically fit and hold a full, UK driving licence. We can support you to obtain your manual handling certificate to help you in this role! Location: Working from base in Morden but driving across London Duration: Fulltime, permanent position Pay: £100 plus a day – depending on experience
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Earn gift vouchers of your choice learning carpentry!Details: Learn carpentry skills while building furniture for shared work space in Morden! You’ll be building tables that will be used by all local residents who visit the site! This is an opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people while earning gift vouchers of your choice. If you want to work in construction, we can support you to obtain your CSCS card and manual handling certificate! Who can apply: Residents of Merton, Croydon, Sutton, Richmond and Kingston who are unemployed – you don’t have to be on benefits but must be unemployed – and aged 18 plus. You must be available from Mon 4th - Fri 8th November 10am - 4pm. Location: Working from base in Morden but driving across London Duration: Fulltime, permanent position Pay: £100 plus a day – depending on experience
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Paid work experience in Youth Work!Details: Gain experience of working with children and young people providing mentoring support and get paid while you do it! You will be supported thorough out the placement by youth work professionals. If you enjoy it, we can help you find a permanent, paying role and support you to obtain a first aid certificate! Who can apply: Residents of Merton, Croydon, Sutton, Richmond and Kingston who are unemployed – you don’t have to be on benefits but must be unemployed – and aged 18 plus Location: South East London – we will support with travel costs until you receive your first pay Duration: Depends on candidate Pay: £13.15ph
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Care workers needed across MertonSupport residents across Morden, Mitcham, Wimbledon and Raynes park with both personal care and practical housework.
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At Home Support WorkerBecome an ‘At Home Support Worker’ and provide domestic support to help older people stay connected, safe and independent for one of the UK’s leading Charities.
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SEN Teaching and Learning Assistants needed across Merton schoolsThese roles are based in mainstream and specialist schools across Merton and you will be supporting children in all aspects of Learning, Development and Care. It is desirable if candidates have previous experience working with young people with SEN needs but this is not necessary. However, candidates must be open to working with children with SEN needs.
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We work with various employers to get you unique opportunities. These are some of the jobs available with our locally based employer partners. Please note that these employers are separate to Merton Council. Therefore, the salary offered will be in line with minimum wage but may be less than London Living Wage. If you are interested in any of the opportunities, need support with applying or interview preparation, just let us know.
Applications we will prioritise
We are happy to help anyone, but priority is given to any Merton resident who:
- has been in care
- is or was known to the youth offending service
- left school without gaining a level 2 qualification in English and maths (less than a grade C at GCSE)
- is a teenage parent
- is homeless or lives in a hostel
You do not need to tell us if you fit into any of the above groups if you do not want to, but we will be unable to prioritise you for opportunities if we do not have this information.
You should not include this information in your CV or any application but can include it in your email sent to towardsemployment@merton.gov.uk.
Useful links
Situational Judgement Test (SJT)
They test candidates' behavioural decision-making and thought processes when introduced to hypothetical work-related scenarios. This can help you prepare for applying for roles and going to interviews.
Benefits Calculators
Use these independent benefits calculators to find out:
- what benefits you could get
- how to claim
- how your benefits will be affected if you start work
Contact the Towards Employment team
To contact us about any of these opportunities, please complete a referral form, send us an email or leave a WhatsApp, text or voicemail message. Don’t worry if we don’t pick up the phone straight away, we will get back to you.
Telephone: 07799132561 / 07909893004 / 07775012775 / 07814799323
Email: towardsemployment@merton.gov.uk
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