irst of all a bit of background info- and a chance to vent and rant. I'm 36 and graduated 5 years ago with a 2:2. Since University I have worked in dead end retail jobs. Was also an estate agent for few months but that didn't work out. Basically this job is having a detrimental affect on my physical and mental health. Im putting weight on, getting more anxious and depressed and dont sleep enough. Also I feel this job is eroding my intelligence. Without meaning to humble brag, I used to be a lot smarter 5 years ago. Needless to say, I want a new job.
Anyhoo, I have tried applying for the NHS graduate program a number of times (as they don't discriminate against over 25s, as well as being open to 2:2 degree holders). Due to high volumes of competition I have never been sucessful. I have also tried applying for the more entry level positions, but they only seem to be for internal candidates who are on the bank. I mean, how do you even get onto the bank in the fist place? I have even been told that it it usually friends and relatives of present and past NHS employees who are allowed to join the bank. Any outsiders have very little chance of getting on. Probably easier to become a Freemason.
However, last month, I applied for the role of Learning and development Administrative Appreciate. I attended the interview but was turned down. The interviewer told me that I should consider applying for any NHS role as an apprentice. How would I go about that?
Any advice appreciated.