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What to include in a cover letter
This module will explore why sending a covering letter/covering email with a CV is recommended and will provide top tips and examples of how to structure a covering letter.
How to write a cracking cover letter
Stand out with a cover letter that complements your CV and LinkedIn profile, and makes an employer want to know more
CVs and covering letters – putting their best foot forward
How do these two crucial documents combine to make a positive first impression?
Tips for job hunting | LifeSkills
Are your students applying for jobs? Don’t let them hit send before they’ve read these simple mistakes that could cost them the role of their dreams, courtesy of Head of LifeSkills Kirstie Mackey.
10 job-hunting mistakes to avoid | LifeSkills
Are your students applying for jobs? Don’t let them hit send before they’ve read these simple mistakes that could cost them the role of their dreams, courtesy of Head of LifeSkills Kirstie Mackey.
The 10 biggest job-hunting mistakes
Is someone you know applying for jobs? Don’t let them hit send before they’ve read these simple mistakes that could cost them the role of their dreams, courtesy of Head of LifeSkills Kirstie Mackey.
School leaver resources
Whether it’s work, training or further/higher education, use these resources to help school leavers plan for their next steps and achieve their goals.
CV skills lesson two: Fine-tuning your CV to stand out to employers
Learn how to write job applications, CVs and covering letters that work.
Action words: how to be direct and certain
We can always use help to express ourselves. Give your application the best chance with these positive action words.
5 myths about the working world…and the reality I’ve found
5 myths Miles heard about working, and the reality he found early in his career.
CVs and covering letters – putting their best foot forward
How do these two crucial documents combine to make a positive first impression?
CV skills lesson one: Writing a successful CV
Help students understand the purpose of a CV and explore ways they can make themselves stand out from the crowd.
Help your young people make the right choices
64% of young people think they need help making decisions. Here’s how you can help them
Tailoring your CV and using networks lesson
Help students understand networking and how to improve their CV.
5 tips for writing a great job application
How to make your application stand out and effectively showcase your skills, experience and personality.
What does this job want? Understand job ad jargon
Get to grips quickly with what potential employers are saying – and what they want from you – with this handy guide.
The 12 most common CV mistakes
Silly CV mistakes can make or break your application. Read our expert tips on the common problems to avoid.
12 mistakes young people make on their CV
Silly CV mistakes can make or break a young person’s job application. Read our expert tips on the common problems to avoid.
How to be a cut above the rest in a competitive job market
This blog considers the challenges of a competitive job market and explores how learners can stand our to employers when applying for jobs.
Six ways to make their CV shine
These days, young people don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. Over 80% of employers won’t even read a covering letter if the accompanying CV isn’t up to scratch.