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Key HighlightsThe phrase “trabajar en balde” means to work for nothing or to make an effort without getting any results.The word “balde” in this saying comes from the Arabic “batil”, which means empty or pointless.The right way to write it is “en balde”, with a “b”. Don’t say “en valde”...

Key HighlightsYou need to know what counts as working at height, usually starting at two meters of height. This helps keep everyone safe.It’s important to learn about workplace dangers, such as falls from one level to another. This is the first step to stop them from happening.Using safety steps, like...

Key HighlightsTo start your work in catering, you need to have the certificado de manipulador de alimentos.Businesses in catering hire professionals with experiencia and also people who want to learn.You can get a job by checking the sitio web of the empresas de catering for openings.Getting a curso de manipulador...

Key HighlightsWorking at a school gives people many job options other than being teachers.In Spain, there be three kinds of centros educativos: public schools, private schools, and concertados. Each one has its own way to pick staff.To get a job, what you need is different at every colegio. Some ask...

Key HighlightsFind out about the many job chances that the Mestalla stadium in Valencia has to offer.See the kinds of roles you can get, like working in food service or security on game days.We tell you where to look for job listings and what the most common requirements are.Get a...