For Jane, agency work was the way to go. She got a job that day!

No references required, just proof you are allowed to work here.
Unlike the volunteer work Jane applied for, she had to show 2 references of people who have known you for a min of 2 years who are not related to you, who live in the UK.
In my wife's case, that was not possible.

If you are serious about working here and all avenues have been closed then, agency work is the way to go!
yeah yeah i might do that... i would register on the agencies near our place. thank you very much