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We have lots of support available to help you get into employment
- and most of it is FREE!

We are here to help - whether that is with a job search, understanding what training is out there or even which sector to try and get into in the first place.

Our free guidance also includes information on how our courses may help you, how to apply for jobs and secure job interviews, support with preparing your CV and completing application forms.

 

TO START THE BALL ROLLING, GET IN TOUCH WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU HAVE, AT BACKTOWORKHUB@SHIPLEY.AC.UK

 

JOB SEARCH TIPS & TRICKS

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN WRITING A CV
  • Your experience and interests should reflect the job you’re applying for - show the employer why you would be a good fit

  • Free from spelling and grammar errors - use spell check!

  • You should make the layout clear and easy to read

  • Make sure that the experience you include is accurate and up-to-date

It is a good idea to get someone else to proofread your CV before you use it. You could ask friends, family or even us, at backtoworkhub@shipley.ac.uk

 

HOW TO STRUCTURE YOUR CV
  • Personal contact details
  • Personal Profile
  • Education and grades
  • Work experience/employment
  • Other achievements/awards
  • Hobbies
  • References

 

THINGS TO AVOID WHEN WRITING YOUR CV
  • Don’t use an over-the-top or hard to read font
  • Don’t use an inappropriate email address!
  • Long, waffly paragraphs should be avoided
  • Slang or a tone that is too chatty - you want to sound professional
  • Do not include incorrect or misleading information
  • Don’t include images

 

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT JOB
  • Think about what you enjoy doing
  • List your skills and qualities that could apply to the role
  • Match your CV to fit the job requirements
  • Are there skills gaps that are holding you back? (maybe Shipley College can help with them?) 

HOW TO WRITE A SUCCESSFUL APPLICATION
  • Don’t hesitate to contact the company for help if you need more information on the job you’re applying for
  • Always proofread your application - and get someone else to as well!
  • Be clear and to the point when giving examples
  • Remember S.T.A.R- Situation - brief description what was happening- Task - describe the tasks you were given- Action - describe action you took, and the skills you used- Result - explain how your action created positive results!


INTERVIEW TIPS
  • Research the company and industry, so you have things to say about them
  • Make your reasons for wanting the job clear - and tell them what they would gain from taking you on!
  • Think about your greatest achievements - and tell them
  • Prepare for common interview questions, like a time that you have been part of a team
  • Think of examples of your relevant experiences for the role
  • Arrive in good time, be well presented and have positive body language
  • Speak clearly and slowly, and give yourself a moment to think before you answer a question if you need it

 

 


If you have further questions about how we can support you getting back into work, contact the Business Development team on 01274 327239 or at backtoworkhub@shipley.ac.uk and one of our friendly team will get back to you.


 

 

 

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