Getting to interviews

Getting time off work
First of all, ensure that you get as much advance notice of the interview as possible; a week is normal. Arrange for time off immediately - don’t leave it until the last minute.
If you need to take a full day, ensure that you make the most of the time off and that the interview is an important one.
It is often easier to take a half day, especially at the start or end of the week, to lengthen the weekend. You are less likely to be missed at times of less activity.
If interviews are close to your workplace or home, then try to organise them for first or last thing in the day, when you can easily be excused for a “personal appointment”

Plan ahead!
Work out your route
Print a map from the internet (or the map Placement UK provide)
Assess how long it will take you to get there
Arrange to have transport if required
Buy any transport tickets in advance
Bring 2 copies of your CV, so that you are prepared, even if the client is not.
Work out what you will be wearing the night before rather than panicking on the morning of the interview.

Maps, etc.
The following links are provided to help you locate and reach interviews in good time:

Input the postcode of the company you are visiting to receive a detailed map of their location.

Plan and book any rail journeys that may be involved.

Calculate any tube routes and journey times.