How do I get in touch with job seekers allowance?

New JSA claims: 0800 055 6688. To get official government help over the phone for a new Jobseeker’s Allowance claim, you have to call the national Jobcentre Plus helpline on 0800 055 6688.

Are calls to DWP free?

All DWP Universal Credit phone lines are now free and nobody will be charged when they need to call to get help with their Universal Credit claim. In October, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions David Gauke committed to making all DWP helplines Freephone numbers by the end of the year.

How much a week is Job seekers allowance?

What you’ll get

Age JSA weekly amount
Up to 24 up to £59.20
25 or over up to £74.70

How does Jobcentre Plus help the unemployed?

Jobcentre Plus provides resources to enable job-searchers to find work, through Jobpoints (touch-screen computer terminals), Jobseeker Direct (telephone service) and the Jobcentre Plus website. They offer information about training opportunities for the chronically unemployed.

What number do DWP ring you on?

We know that many people are cautious of answering these calls for security purposes. To assist you in recognising a call from Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) either the Jobcentre or Service Centre, a new telephone number will appear on your phone from 06/05/2020 when we call you. It is 0800 023 2635.

What is Jobcentre Plus and what does it do?

Jobcentre Plus provides practical support and financial advice about benefits, tax credits, childcare, training, work and looking for a job. Jobcentre Plus is a part of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Where can I apply for a job in Manchester?

Manchester JobCentre Plus. Here you can find your local job centre offices in and around Manchester. Your local job centre can administer claims Jobseeker’s Allowance, Incapacity Benefit, Employment and Support Allowance and Income Support. Chorlton Jobcentre Plus. Graeme House.

How can my Jobcentre Plus work coach help me return to work?

Your Jobcentre Plus work coach can help you by giving advice on the support available when returning back to work. Your Jobcentre Plus work coach at your local Jobcentre Plus can tell you about resources which can help you to start your own business. When you go back to work, this does not mean that you have to give up all of your benefits.

What benefits can my local job centre administer?

Your local job centre can administer claims Jobseeker’s Allowance, Incapacity Benefit, Employment and Support Allowance and Income Support. Don’t miss out on jobs like these! Enter your email address and we’ll send you the latest jobs by email.