Returning to work
Avoiding age discrimination on your cv
CV Guru Emma Alkirwi gives some advice on how to avoid your CV being used to discriminate against you on the grounds of your age. read more
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Retirement Planning
Self employment amongst the over 50s
Self employment is rising among the over 50s. workingwise.co.uk looks at why this is the... read more
Employment Rights
Clamping down on age discrimination in the workplace
Age discrimination in the workplace
A recent report by a Government committee says more action is needed to tackle age... read more
Flexible Working
A guide to flexible working for employers
Here is workingwise's comprehensive guide to flexible working, including legislation,... read more
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Returning to work
Restarting work in your 50s
Allen & Overy have been running a unique programme for men and women over 50 who are struggling to get back to work. read more
Carers & Sandwich Generation
Grandparents and childcare – do we have a choice?
Grandmother of six Jill Garner outlines the challenges faced by today's grandparents. read more
Flexible Working
‘Older workers hit by fall in part-time work’
Over 65's have been hit by the fall in part-time work, according to an analysis of the latest jobs statistics. read more
Employment Rights
Your rights: Sick Leave and Sick Pay
We take a look at what your rights are regarding sick pay and leave, if you fall unwell and have to take time off work. read more
Jobseekers
Career Advice
Volunteering your way to a new job
Volunteering could help you back into the workplace after a career break. read more
Carers & Sandwich Generation
Support for carers – what are the options?
What is the available support for carers and where can you turn to for help if you are one yourself? read more
Career Advice
Retraining for a new career in your 50s and beyond
Are you 50 plus and want to stay in work, but feel the time is right for something new? Retraining may be for you. read more
Carers & Sandwich Generation
UK needs to do more to support older workers
Employers need to create attractive working situations for older workers, including many carers, because the economy cannot afford to lose them. read more
Employers
Employing Older Workers
Leading the way on menopause policy in the workplace
Workingwise.co.uk looks at best practice in supporting women with severe symptoms of the menopause at work. read more
Employing Older Workers
Your Guide to the Equality Act 2010
Workingwise.co.uk outlines the implications of the Equality Act 2010. read more
Employing Older Workers
Age bias at work
Nearly half of over 50s think their age would be a disadvantage when applying for a job, according to a recent report. read more
Employing Older Workers
Balancing work and caring responsibilities
What are employers doing to help carers in the workforce? Lucie Mitchell investigates. read more
