Economically Active:

People who are in or actively seeking work (employment).

Employer:

A person, business or organisation that employs people (employees) to carry out a job of work. The employer then pays the employees wages in return for work done.

Employed:

Working for an employer and receiving payment (wages) for work done.

Key:

Of major importance.

Labour Market:

The labour market is made up of people who are looking for work and employers who want to recruit staff.

Labour Market Information:

Is information about the Labour Market which can help you make informed choices about your future.

LMI:

Labour Market Information

Self-Employed:

Working for yourself rather than an employer. If you take on someone to work for your, you are the employer.

Trend:

A predicted pattern; the trend is that jobs in Health & Social Care are increasing.

Unemployed:

When you are not working for an employer or yourself. You could be looking for a job or doing voluntary work.

Voluntary Work:

Offering your services to an organisation or individual on a voluntary basis, which means you are not receiving any payment for your time/effort. You may think “So what do I get out of that!?” Voluntary work allows you to gain valuable work experience, meet new people and become involved in your local community.

Working Age:

People aged between 16 and 74 are considered to be of working age.