CV Creation

When creating a CV. Please ensure the CV is created with the role you are applying for in mind:
Please try and follow the below steps in the order listed

1. Name
2. Contact Details
3. Personal Profile – Use strong Buzz words which are descriptive to your sector.  i.e. Sales Driven, Targets, Achievement, Motivated, Dynamic.
4. Current role – Basic description of your role and be sure to mention promotions and achievements – Use Bullet points
5. Previous roles – A smaller version of your current role above
6. Education and Qualifications
7. Courses or qualifications which are relevant to the types of role you are applying for.
8. Contacts for References
9. Ensure you check all spelling and grammar. *Very Important*
10. Save and send in Word Format as not everyone will have other software packages for opening CV’s

Examples of CV templates and advice when looking for a new job from DirectGov can be found using the following link - www.direct.gov.uk/en/Employment/Jobseekers