Create your own cv

This page tells you all you need to know about creating a CV. You can use the template below as a guide for your own CV. It shows you what information to include and the order in which the information should appear..

Your Name

Home Address (including Post Code)

Telephone Number (including the area dialing code)

Mobile Number

E-mail Address (Optional)

PERSONAL PROFILE

In this section you should describe your strengths and abilities preferably in bullet points. Try and use emphasising words where possible which will capture the readers attention.

eg.

I am a enthusiastic and reliable school/college leaver.
I am able to work to deadlines and work as part of a team as well
as on my own initiative
I am self motivated and hard working
I have good communication and organisational skills

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

In this section you should always work from your most recent job backwards including any part time jobs and work experience placements.

Name of employer and location - Date from and to

List here your responsibilities or what you did in your job. You can use bullet points or a short paragraph.

EDUCATION

Again, in this section you should work from your most recent qualifications gained and then work backwards

Name of educational establishment - Year from and to

Type of qualification (ie, GCSE, AS Level, A'Level)

Subject Grade (or predicted grade make sure you state which)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Date of birth

Driving licence (if applicable)

Interests (try and strike a balance with this, more than 4 can give the impression that you won't be able to concentrate on your work.

REFERENCES

You should have 2 referees in this section with their name address and telephone number. Alternatively you can put that references are available upon request.

What is available