THE days when someone stayed with the same employer from leaving school until retirement are long gone. Whether because of redundancy, or in pursuit of better prospects, employees are changing jobs frequently and when you add to that the growth in the use of temporary "agency workers", the long-term result is greater movement of personnel.

So, when looking for a new job whether permanent or temporary why use an employment agency?

An employer seeking to recruit may advertise a position in the general or specialised press but this involves an initial outlay with no guarantee of success in finding a suitable candidate. Therefore, many companies use an employment agency knowing that the agency's services are generally free unless and until a suitable candidate is introduced to the employer and the candidate accepts an offer of employment.

For those looking for employment, registering with an agency provides numerous benefits. Not only are agencies free, they provide more opportunities for both permanent and temporary work as many employers use them as their sole method of recruitment. An agency is able to access a candidate's skills and offer advice on interview techniques, CVs and training. For those candidates already in work but are seeking new challenges, an agency removes the problem of finding time to apply for jobs.

By working closely with both employers and employees, agencies like Jobshop UK are able to provide a candidate with an insight into a company and make prospective employers aware of an applicant's particular skills, which may not be immediately apparent on a CV.

They provide applicants with immediate feedback and employers with candidates who have the necessary skills.

For information call Jobshop UK on 01202 674488.