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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.
Self confidence
Help students to overcome challenges and think confidently. This lesson will help your student learn how to do this.
Developing professional relationships & workplace connections
Find out how to establish and develop your professional relationships and workplace connections with top tips from LifeSkills.
Credit scores and debt
Understanding what a credit score is and what affects it is the first step to successfully dealing with debt. Read how to help young care leavers here.
5 tips on the STAR interview technique
Read our 5 tips on how to use the STAR method technique including answers from other young people to help succeed at your interview and getting into work.
Five steps to developing students’ life skills for the future
Find support to help students develop the right mindset and kick start their career journey
Choosing and managing your bank accounts
Various are the elements to consider when choosing and managing a bank account. Discover how to provide guidance to young care leavers here.
Financial fraud, scams and identity theft
Introduce young care leavers to the different types of financial fraud and scams. Help them understand how to protect themselves with this activity.
Find your winning mentality
A winning mentality can be a crucial factor in achieving success. Our tips show you how to nurture a mindset to help you reach your goals.
Ready to start a business in retirement?
Rather than stop work as you get older, you could instead use your experience, knowhow and free time to set up your own business.
Interview skills 2: Practical answering techniques
This module will introduce learners to the STAR technique, a simple model they can use during interviews to structure their experiences and give meaningful, evidence-based answers.
Supporting students in being more open about mental health to prepare for their future
Mental health discussions have come along way in recent years. Read this blog from Time for Change and learn how to help students be more open about mental health issues.
Creative thinking – top tips for thinking creatively & generating ideas
Creative thinking is a valuable skill for employees and business owners alike. Find out how to think more creatively & generate good ideas with top tips from LifeSkills
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.
Everything you need to know for your next job interview
Job interviews don’t have to be daunting. Give your confidence a boost and find out how to perform at your best with our top tips.
Saving money and sticking to a budget
Saving money and keeping to a budget are skills you’re never too young to learn. Help your child understand the importance of money management. Includes worksheet.
Preparing for different kinds of interview
Getting ready for a range of interviews can help to boost confidence. Encourage your child to understand the different types, and be familiar with the STAR model.
Virtual interviews: making a great first impression
Support your child to ace interviews and impress potential employers with our interactive tool. Includes a worksheet.
The career journey
Identify the core transferable skills students need to develop, to aid them on their career journey.
Spin the Wheel of Strengths
Identify your child’s strengths and potential career paths. Help your child by supporting them explore the skills required for their dream job.