Back to Work Benefits

There are a range of benefits availabel for those looking for and returning to work.  The Government's Direct.gov.uk website offers help and advice on what you may be enitiled to, how to claim and other ways of helping you get back to work.

Benefits and help when looking for work (external link)  - Jobseeker's Allowance, New Deal and other benefits you may get if you’re looking for work – who qualifies and how to find out more

Benefits and help when going back to work (external link) - If you return to work after being on benefit, some of your benefits will stop automatically straight away. Some will carry on for a short while after you start work to tide you over. You may be able to get other benefits once you’re working.

Benefits and help for parents going back to work (external link) - If you’re going back to work and you’ve got children you can get financial and practical help with childcare. From tax credits to flexible working arrangements, there’s lots of support available to make your life easier.

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