Discovering Job Opportunities in Cornwall

Social Media Platforms

Social media is not just for connecting with friends; it is a powerful job-hunting tool. Follow official pages of Cornwall based businesses and employment groups on platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter (X). Many companies post their job openings directly on their social media channels before they advertise elsewhere.

Local Newspapers and Magazines

Newspapers still play a small role in job advertising. Local businesses will sometimes use newspapers like the West Briton, Cornish Guardian, Cornishman, and Western Morning News to reach a more local audience.

Your Local Job Centre

If you are out of work, Cornwall's job centres will be able to help. You can visit your nearest Jobcentre Plus office to access job listings, career guidance, and support with applications.

Networking Events and Job Fairs

Keep an eye out for networking events and job fairs happening in Cornwall, sometimes these will be advertised on Cornwall Opportunities on shared on our social media.

These events offer opportunities to meet employers face-to-face, learn about job openings, and make valuable connections within the local business community.

Health & Care Careers

The NHS has a website aimed at people of any age thinking about a career in health, and those who have already started a career in health and are thinking about their next step. Find out more here.

Proud to Care has many job opportunities. Permanent, temporary, and flexible jobs are available in both direct care and supporting roles. To find out more about working in care, visit Proud to Care or email [email protected], or call 01872 229977.

Recruitment Agencies

Consider reaching out to recruitment agencies in Cornwall. These agencies specialise in connecting job seekers with suitable employers. They often have access to exclusive job vacancies and can match your skills with the right job opportunities. Examples include:

• Concorde Recruitment
• Cornwall Staff Agency
• Jobline Staffing
• Smith and Reed Recruitment
• Wise Employment
• Acorn

Word of Mouth & Direct Approaches

Do not underestimate the power of word of mouth. Inform your friends and family that you are looking for a job. You never know – they might have valuable leads or know someone who is hiring.

Employers will also often recruit following a direct approach. It can show how keen you are to work for them. You can write to them with your CV or visit in person.

Graduate Job Sites

• Graduate jobs. Where UK employers and recruitment agencies can post jobs and graduate schemes.
• Prospects. Graduate Careers Website - to find graduate jobs, postgraduate courses, work experience, careers, and job search advice.
• Gradsouthwest. Advertising graduate jobs in the Southwest and beyond. You can upload your CV to the site and search either by job type or location.