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Do you know what you want to do?

If you don t know the answers, ask those around you for their opinion, you may be in for a pleasant surprise

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What is a CV?


• A good CV is clear and c

oncise

• Well presented with a go

od layout

• Well written with no spell

ing mistakes

• Interesting and relevant

• Honest and supportable

• You should have a person

al profile that is a

positive picture of you an

d gives a good first

impression

• Include all of your achieve

ments, training and

qualifications achieved

• Ensure all dates are accu

rate

• You should explain any b

reaks in your CV from

leaving school like travelli

ng, maternity, home

study, college, training or

a gap year

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CV Tips


Keen

Honest

Punctual

Trustworthy

Patient

Positive

Hard workingHard working

Flexible

Enthusiastic

Dependable

Showing kindness & under

standing

Working with customers

Using computers

Working alone

Working alone

Selling or persuading

Using tools & machinery

Listening

Designing

Solving problems

Following instructions

Personal Profile List

ReliableEfficientConscientiousCapableResponsibleOrganisedCommittedCommittedCompetentMotivatedPracticalUsing numbersCommunicatingMaking designsBuilding thingsBuilding thingsBeing patientHandling moneyWorking with your handsPlanning and organisingWorking in a teamHelping others

Look at the lists and tick the ones that apply to you.

A personal profile is the most important part of A personal profile is the most important part of your CV. It is a brief description of you. It is your opportunity to highlight your skills and abilities. It will be the first thing that the reader sees and will be where they form their first impressions of you. A good opening statement will make the reader want to read on and a bad opening statement will have the opposite effect. It needs to be short, concise the opposite effect. It needs to be short, concise and positive.


(Use as a guide and ensure that your PersonalProfile says what is special about you – these are just starter points for your Personal Profile, you should also mention any experience or qualifications you have that is relevant to the role)

An honest, reliable person with excellent attendance and timekeeping

records. Working well in a team and also individually I show

commitment to any company for which I work. I am a good organiser

and can deal with difficult situations while working under pressure.

A reliable and responsible individual with extensive warehouse and

A reliable and responsible individual with extensive warehouse and

customer service experience. Possessing excellent communication

and inter-personal skills, is fully capable of working on own initiative,

but can also work as part of a team. I enjoy working with children and have the ability to organise

activities both inside and outside the classroom. I have undertaken

activities both inside and outside the classroom. I have undertaken

several volunteer activities while bringing my own children up and I

now wish to expand my experience in this area. I am a highly experienced secretary with proven organisational

abilities, excellent communication skills and have the ability to liaise

with staff at all levels. I am self-motivated and constantly strive to

improve my skills and knowledge.I am a conscientious person who is looking to move forward in my

I am a conscientious person who is looking to move forward in my

career. Having experience of working in customer-focussed

employment I now wish to utilise this by moving into a larger

organisation. I am capable and reliable with the ability to prioritise my

workload according to demand. I am highly motivated and set myself

high standards whether working alone or in a group.

Example of PersonalProfile statements


Employers don t always needreferences within the early stages of the recruitment process, but ensure that you have thought about whom you will ask for areference and that they know their reference and that they know their details will be given to aprospective employer.

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Example CV


Letter Writing

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Think about what you want to say, match yourself to the job/course/organisation

Call in advance and find out a name to send your letter to

Draft a copy and check it over

Keep your letter clear, to the point and easy to read

Include your full contact details and remember to date the letterInclude your full contact details and remember to date the letter

Three short paragraphs should be sufficient which cover - why you are writing - a brief outline of your relevant experience - (refer to your enclosed CV if you are sending one) - making yourself available to meet and discuss further

If you type the letter, make sure you sign it to personalise it

Don't forget that the envelope has to be to the same highDon't forget that the envelope has to be to the same highstandard, after all you need to make a good first impression


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Use Yours sincerely only if you know the recipient s name or use Yours faithfully if you don t‘

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Example Covering Letter

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Example Speculative Letter

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Today, more and more organisations will ask you to complete and return their own application forms rather than just sending in your CV. This is because when they are looking throughapplications for a vacancy, the information on experience,interests etc for each candidate is always in the same place on each form, making it easier for them to choose who to invite to interview.

This means that to get your application some extra attention, This means that to get your application some extra attention, what is written and the way that it is written is very important to create a good impression.

Application Forms

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If you are completing an online application it is always advisable to copy it into a word processing package which will enable you to work on it, spell check it, print out and read thoroughly beforesubmitting the original.

Some electronic applications are automatically scanned for keyselection criteria. To help them to get through this initial stage you selection criteria. To help them to get through this initial stage you must make sure that you use the appropriate words from the job description. For example it if states that excellent communication skills are essential, make sure that you use 'communication skills' in your application.

Some electronic applications do not allow you to save what you have done and return it. Others may time you out.

Online Job Applications


Interviews• Call to confirm that you can attend at the time and date offered.• Ask what sort of interview you will have. Will it be a friendly chat or a more formal interview? Will you have to take a test?• Ask for a job description, copies of any business literature or a prospectus (If you haven t already received it).• Carry out further research on the company.•• Make sure that you have the full address of where the interview is being held and directions so you can plan your journey. Sometimes a practice trip is a good idea.• Make a list of questions you would like to ask during the interview.

• Practice being interviewed with your partner or friend. If you find this embarrassing, at least ask them to look at your list of questions.

• Are the clothes you plan to wear clean and tidy and appropriate for an interview? Better to be too formal than too informally dressed.

• Give yourself a confidence boost by reading your CV/application form. After all, this is why you have an interview.•• If appropriate, prepare a portfolio to take with you; a copy of the letter you received inviting you to the interview, your CV or a copy of the application form you sent in, any relevant certificates, licences and the research that you have carried out.


Interviews• What to wear, what not to wear. Now that you have researched the type of organisation you are going to meet, you should know their dress code. Whatever you wear, make sure that you look smart and ready to fit in as this not only gives a good impression but also makes you feel that you fit in.

•• On arrival, be professional and aware of your behaviour from the moment you leave home. At the venue, politely introduce yourself to the receptionist; say why you are there and who you have come to see. Use your letter of invite for reference.

•• If you are asked to wait, spend the time getting to know more about where you are. Is there information around such as posters, handouts or reports? Watch people coming and going, what are they talking about and how do they act?


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Remember there are always more candidates than jobs, so you should congratulate yourself on getting this far. Keep trying, the next interview could be the one that gets the job


Type of Interview


Competency based orBehavioural situations


Congratulations!

Well done!

Congratulations on getting your new position. You have worked hard to get here so it is important to make sure that you are able to settle in, make a good first impression and contribute as soon as possible. Use the following tips and checklists to prepare and make your first day a success.

What time am I expected to start? Aim to be there 10 minutes earlier.

Who should I report to? What is theirtelephone number in case of anyproblems?

What is the best way to travel to work and should I do a trial run?

What type of clothing am I expected to What type of clothing am I expected to wear? (Protective overall, smart clothing, safety boots etc.)

Do I need to change any of my existingarrangements because I am starting work? (someone else to take the children to (someone else to take the children to school)

Will I need to take any equipment/tools with me?

What else will I need to take?(eg. glasses, pen, paper)

Do I need my bank account details, P45 Do I need my bank account details, P45 and National Insurance Number?

Shall I take some refreshments?

Finally, get a good night's sleep

Checklist: Starting a new jobStarting your new job

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