Your CV
A CV is a short list of facts about you and your work history, skills and experience. A good CV is essential when looking for work and it is worth spending time getting it right so it sells you to an employer.
A CV has many uses
A CV has many uses
- To apply to companies to see if they have any jobs available – you can send your CV with a covering letter or e-mail asking if they have any current or future vacancies in your trade. You can find names and addresses of companies in newspapers or in trade or telephone directories.
- To remind you what you've done – you can use your CV to help you remember all the dates and information each time you have to fill in a different application form.
- To help with applications by phone – having your CV handy when applying for jobs by phone can help if you are asked to give more information about previous jobs. If you have hearing or speech difficulties and use textphone or Typetalk, having a copy of your CV can cut down the length of time you spend making a call.
- At interviews – having your CV with you while you’re waiting to be called in can help you refresh your memory. It is also handy to leave a copy with the interviewer if they do not already have one.
- Registering with recruitment agencies – agencies may sometimes ask to see your CV before you can register with them.
The interview
Think about your strengths – why you should be chosen over other candidates. If you go in to the interview room with a positive attitude you will perform better. Treat the interview as something to be enjoyed rather than endured
See below for an information sheet on interviews
See below for an information sheet on interviews
information sheets
cv_template.doc | |
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cv.docx | |
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application_form_and_covering_letter.docx | |
File Size: | 73 kb |
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interview.docx | |
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transferable_skills.doc | |
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employment_agencies.doc | |
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