How many jobs per week am I expected to apply for on universal credit

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jisak · 27/01/2025 20:25

My youngest has turned 3 so I am now looking for work. It's my first meeting tomorrow to check im doing my commitments.

I can only work 10 hours per week. I've applied for 15 jobs so far

How many should I be applying for?

It is hard to find many 10 hour jobs in my local area and within school hours. I can also only travel 20 mins agreed with my work coach

I'm so scared I get sanctioned

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JenniferAnistonForReals · 27/01/2025 20:37

Please try not to worry too much. I’m three weeks in and my work coach has been really friendly and supportive. My first meeting with him was really just an introduction and him telling me ways the job centre will support me. There were no expectations that I’d have already applied for any jobs, or even have my CV ready.

I was really nervous too, but it’s all been very positive so far.

Starzinsky · 27/01/2025 20:33

Why only 10 hours a week?

Nursingadvice · 27/01/2025 20:31

I thought you had to work a minimum of 16 hours?

IsitaHatOrACat · 27/01/2025 20:31

iamnotalemon · 27/01/2025 20:29

Why are you only able to work 10 hours a week within a radius of a a 20 minute drive?

I'm wondering the same. Do you have a disability or care for someone else?

iamnotalemon · 27/01/2025 20:29

Why are you only able to work 10 hours a week within a radius of a a 20 minute drive?

BertieBotts · 27/01/2025 20:29

You just have to show you have done something. Don't worry.

YoungGunsHavingSomeFunCrazyLadiesKeepEmOnTheRun · 27/01/2025 20:27

My understanding is you need to be looking for work or preparing for work (online courses etc) for 30+ hours per week.

They will be expecting you to work more than 10 hours per week as well.

UndermyShoeJoe · 27/01/2025 20:26

Are you not just meant to use those hours you should be working looking for work rather than a set number.

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