We have compiled a short list of our favourite/most used web sites for providing information on such topics as travel directions, IT definitions, sample HR verbal & numerical reasoning tests, personal financial planning and much more. We hope you find these useful. http://www.theaa.com/travelwatch/planner_main.jsp This is one of the simplest and most easy to use websites for planning your journey by car and obtaining clear directions. With information regarding distance, expected travel time and traffic black-spots, you’ll never be late for an interview! http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/times_fares A useful website if you plan to take the train. Simply input the station you’re travelling from and to, the date and time of your journey, and it will do the rest! You can even purchase your ticket online http://www.shldirect.com/phasei/practicesection-phaseII/Practice-18.asp An increasing number of employers are using verbal and numerical reasoning tests as part of their assessment process. The more practice you can do ahead of such a test, the better a chance you will have of performing well on the day. SHL are one of leading providers of these tests and allow you to sit some practice questions free of charge on their website. You can also pay to gain access to further practice questions http://whatis.techtarget.com/ The IT industry is constantly evolving, with new products and technologies emerging all the time. This is a very useful website for gaining a definition of what a product, language or technology is and what it is used for http://www.giantgroup.com Our Preferred Umbrella Company for contractors. Giant are able to act as a LTD company on your behalf, allowing you to earn more money than you would do as a PAYE employee http://www.moneymadeclear.fsa.gov.uk An excellent site from the Financial Services Authority which provides useful information on a wide range of personal financial planning topics in addition to life events such as starting a new job and buying your first home http://www.bphonline.co.uk Use the Knowledge Centre tab to access the latest tax rates and allowances or talk to one of the Partners for tax/financial advice http://www.dti.gov.uk A useful website for further information on the EAA Regulations 2003 together with other regulations relating to the Recruitment industry http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Employment/Employees/DiscriminationAtWork/DG_10026429 Information on the new Age Discrimination Laws 2006 |