UK government’s digital tools aid job seekers
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The United Kingdom’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) launched Work Hub this summer, providing digital tools to help people find employment.
Since June, around 20,000 jobseekers have used Work Hub’s CV builder to create professional resumes. Additionally, 16,000 people have received personalised job support through the platform’s AI-powered Work Assistant, which offers guidance on job searching, applications, and interview preparation.
The DWP designed Work Hub as a free, accessible service available on phones, tablets, and computers, aiming to supplement existing jobcentre support. Work Coach Lance, in Bognor Regis, has begun using the AI assistant to support conversations with young people about their career goals and skills. He believes the tool can help build confidence and offer new opportunities. Jobseeker Hugh successfully found work after using the CV builder, noting that it significantly increased employer responses.
The platform also benefits employers by offering a space to advertise jobs and connect with potential employees. The REC, a recruitment organisation, supports the use of technology to make hiring more efficient and accessible.
