s6 pse writing a cv objective: to complete a cv so that it can be used for applying for jobs...
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S6 PSE Writing a CV
Objective:
To complete a CV so that it can be used for applying for jobs
Learning Intentions
Gain an understanding of what CV is and what it’s purpose is
I.McNair Sept 12
S6 PSE
What is a CV?
In Groups of about 4 Discuss what is a CV and what is its purpose(5 mins)
Through feedback from the whole class create a list of what you think the the purpose of a CV is
S6 PSE Writing a CVPersonal details
Full name – as on your passport (and what you are known as)
I.e. If your name is Jennifer you might prefer to be called Jenny
S6 PSE Writing a CVPersonal details
Address (with postcode)
Telephone number
Home and Mobile
S6 PSE Writing a CVPersonal details
Email address Don’t use an embarrassing email address, smokeweed@….com
unholyranger@…com
Stmirrenboy@….com
What you write on your CV sends out a message about you. Including your Email address !!!!
Use one that has your name in it!
jackjohnstone@…co.uk etc
S6 PSE Writing a CVPersonal details
In groups, discuss your email address to see if it is suitable.
(NB you don’t have to tell the group your full email address just the start of it)
S6 PSE Writing a CV Personal details
A great tennis career is something that a 15-year-old normally doesn't have. I hope my example helps other teens believe they can accomplish things they never thought possible. Maria Sharapova
http://www.brainyquote.com
S6 PSE Writing a CV Personal details
You no longer need to include your date of birth, owing to age discrimination rules
S6 PSE Writing a CVPersonal Statement
A small paragraph ensuring that it answers the two following questions: ‘why do you want to work in this industry?’ ‘What skills do you have that make you suited to this job?’ Avoid phrases like “I am hard-working… … energetic… …ambitious,” anybody can say this, make your personal statement specific to you.
A shortend version of your college university personal statement
Make this section relevant to the job you are applying for
S6 PSE Writing a CV Education
Name and address of all your secondary schools
(You never know - a former pupil might be reading your CV)
S6 PSE Writing a CV Education
All your qualifications:
HighersIntermediates Standard GradesAny other qualifications you have
S6 PSE Writing a CVWork Experience
List any work experience you have
•Working in a shop•Paper Round (name of news agent)•S4 Work experience
With name and address of company
S6 PSE Writing a CVKey Skills
• Youth Groups – Scouts Guides• Sporting activities• Business interests• Musical instruments• Languages• IT Skills … All of these are relevant.
Try to concentrate on Non school skills however include things like:
Link in basic skills such as good communicator, organisational skills etc
S6 PSE Writing a CVHobbies and Interests
• Sporting Interests (not what football team you follow)
• Films - Regular Cinema • Socialising – Concerts etc not night clubs• Travelling – countries you like visitng • Live Music - perfoming or listening• Reading – Ficton types• Computer Gaming – Be careful not to mention
games that offend others
Employers are interested in what you get up to you in your spare time.
S6 PSE Writing a CVReferences
Most employers want two references Many school leavers use teachers Supervisor from their work experience.
Clearly list the name, relationship and contact details of your reference and be sure to ask permission, they are likely to get a phone call.
S6 PSE Writing a CVSpeculative Applications
Include a short, covering letter explaining the sort of job you’re looking for and asking the employer to contact you if a suitable vacancy arises.
Try to get the name of the right person to write to, by telephoning the company first. If you can’t send your letter to the Personal Manager or Human Resources Manager.
Include a stamped, addressed envelope. Follow up your letter with a polite telephone call if you don’t get a
reply. Keep a record of names and dates contacted, so you know what to
expect.
You can use a CV to write to companies on the off-chance that they might have a job vacancy.
S6 PSE Writing a CVSpeculative Applications
Top tips on CV’s
Next Week
S6 PSEDue: Monday 30th Sept
Compile and right a CV
If required use the template on the School Web site.