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Renfrewshire Libraries can provide you with a range of resources to help you find the job that you want.

Books
Our book collection contains books on -

• interview techniques
• CVs
• working abroad
• all aspects of business and careers

Ask staff at your local library about placing a reservation. Library members can reserve books online.

New! Try out our new catalogue for books on this subject.

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Newspapers and journals
Many newspapers and trade journals contain job advertisements. All of our libraries have local newspapers. Our largest collection of newspapers and trade journals are in Paisley Central Reference Library and include:


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Computer access
All Renfrewshire's Libraries have free internet access. For a small charge we also provide photocopying, printing and fax facilities.

The internet has lots of websites where you can look for jobs. Jobcentre Plus, the government's agency, provide a database of jobs available throughout the UK. You will also find most major companies have their own website with information on vacancies and recruitment. We have included some links to other recruitment websites below:





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Library Learning packages
Thinking of increasing your computer skills for work? Renfrewshire Libraries can help! We can provide you with access to our popular online learning packages, Internet safety and ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence).

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Company and business information
Paisley Central Reference Library can offer a range of specialist resources providing company and business information. Find companies to target with your CV, or read up on your next employer before the interview. Our collection includes:

• business directories
• telephone directories
• health and safety guides
• employment law guides
• VAT and tax guides
• books on marketing, management and all aspects of business

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e-resources
These excellent online resources are free for library members to use:





You can also access 'Kompass', a specialist online resource, containing information about thousands of companies in the UK.


Kompass have just launched their new website. Try it out in the library or from home and browse its new features and new look!

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Contact details for your local library in Renfrewshire. For further information on our resources for job seekers please contact:


email: ref.els@renfrewshire.gov.uk
phone: 0141 889 2360
fax: 0141 887 6468
write to or visit:

Reference and Local Studies Library
Central Library
68 High Street
Paisley
PA1 2BB