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A good CV can be the major difference between getting that all important interview and falling at the first hurdle. In this podcast, our Careers Coaches give some useful advice on how to make your CV work better for you.
"Expect to be wet, expect to be dirty and...very dusty!" Listen to Joe talking about what his work involves
Listen to Sandra, as she tells us about being a special needs teacher
"I didn't tell her it was my first baby when I delivered it ... " Listen to Tony, as he tells us about being an ambulance paramedic
Listen to Jill, as she tells us about her school and the children she works with.
Time is money, as they say. So when the clock’s ticking, employers won’t take long to reject a poor covering letter.
Insider advice from recruitment professionals on how agencies work and what they can do for you.
It’s natural to feel a little unconfident about returning to learning, especially if you haven’t done any for a while. But as our adult education teacher explains, there’s lots of help on hand to support you through your course.
Have you been out of work for six months or more? Do you want to get the skills employers need where you live? This is what the Six Month Offer is all about.
There are recruitment agencies for all kinds of jobs but if you’ve never used one before, you might not realise just how useful they can be in helping you get back into work.
