Volunteer work could help unemployed people to get back on the career ladder, an expert suggests.
People who have been unemployed for a substantial period of time should consider work experience or volunteering in order to make themselves more attractive to potential employers, an expert has said.
Steven Kirkpatrick, managing director at human resources firm Adecco Retail, commented that not only does work experience help a CV from becoming stagnant, it may also "lead to long-term placements" down the line.
"Volunteering and work experience can be a brilliant way to refresh your CV if you haven't worked in a while," he remarked.
Mr Kirkpatrick explained that taking part in such initiatives can show employers that the person is determined to get back into work and also has "the skills and dedication needed to succeed".
A recent report by the Trades Union Congress demonstrated that long-term unemployment is on the rise in the UK, despite employment figures being at approximately 75 per cent - a record high.
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