Resources
Preparing a CV
Many jobs, apprenticeships and school leavers programmes require applicants to submit a CV. Below are links and resources to support students with this.
Tips for handing out a CV from Careers Wales
An excellent website from PROSPECTS
CV Templates courtesy of Guardian Careers
Lots of tips and resources from Monster.co.uk
CV builder from Careers Wales
Excellent resources from target jobs.co.uk
CV tips from Careers Wales
A comprehensive guide on writing a CV from Careers Wales
Cover Letters
A cover letter is a document sent alongside your CV when applying for jobs. It acts as a personal introduction and helps make your application stand out. A cover is necessary as it gives you the chance to explain to an employer why you are best candidate for a particular job.
An excellent website from PROSPECTS
Templates and Tips from Reed.co.uk
Excellent article from Monster.co.uk
Preparing for Interviews
The following resources and links offer useful tips to anyone preparing for a job interview.
A good starting point for anyone preparing for an upcoming job interview.
Useful Tips from PurePotential.org
Excellent tips from Monster.co.uk
Reed.co.uk offer advice in this article on how to answer popular interview questions
Work Experience
The following resources and links offer tips to help students get the most out of work experience.
Useful Tips from UCAS to help you gain the most out of any placement
An excellent article from Groundwork Youth.
A great platform hosting virtual work experience opportunities.
Another great platform hosting virtual work experience opportunities.