Years 10 & 11 How To Apply for Work Experience Write A Letter ...

Writing a letter of applicationYour addressName andaddress of theperson you arewriting toLink with schoolsubjectsMs D Johnson21 SouthviewHooks and CoSwintonWatersideHG76 3RTLondon N4 8UH Tel No. 01526 3422334 th June 2010Dear Ms JohnsonI should like to apply to you for two weeks Work Experiencebeginning March 12 th 2012.I am 15 years old and attend Friern Barnet School where I amstudying eight GCSE subjects and GNVQ Part 1 in BusinessStudies.I am particularly interested in working towards furtherqualifications and would value the opportunity to work in thisarea and find out about future career opportunities.PostcodeTelephonenumberDateRelevantexperienceMr Croston, Deputy Headteacher, has kindly agreed to act asmy referee and can be contacted at Friern Barnet School,Hemington Avenue, London N11 3LSRefereeI am able to attend for interview at any time.Yours sincerelySign like thiswhen you arewriting to anamed personChris R. SimonYour signatureYour nameprinted

Dear Mr HendersonDear Sir/MadamPlease forward your currentCollege Prospectus and anyfurther information on coursesin catering.Yours sincerelyWith reference to the advertisement inthe Mercury last Friday for the post ofClerical Assistant, please forward furtherdetails and an application form. I haveenclosed a SAE.Yours faithfullyAlex BinghamSam BarkerDear Mrs HanoverI would like to apply for the post of trainee clerical assistant asadvertised in the Mercury last Friday.I am particularly keen to work in a commercial accounts department andgain further qualifications.I enclose my CV and shall be pleased to attend for interview at any time.Yours sincerelyChris BrownYour addressINCLUDE:Your telephone number and STD codeThe dateThe employers’ name and address and the name of theperson you are writing toThe job you are applying forInformation about yourself that is relevant to thatjob such as your age, the school you attend, theexams you are taking etc.The name and address of someone ho would be willingto give a reference about you (you must ask thisperson if they are willing to act as a referee beforeyou send off the letter)REMEMBER TO:Sign the letter (a letter addressed “Dear Sir” shouldbe signed “Yours faithfully” and one to “Dear MrsJohnson” should be signed “Yours sincerely”)Print your name in capitals beneath your signatureWrite neatly and clearly – no alterationsKeep your letter conciseEnclose your CV (Curriculum Vitae) and send it with acovering letter if you want o give more informationUse your Record of Achievement/Progress File andAction Plan to help you write your letterRemember that the time taken to complete a letter can berewarded with an interview.

My Curriculum VitaeWhat is a CV?When do I need one?A CV is a summary of your life to date, whichhighlights the aspects that would be of interestto a prospective employer or a college oruniversity admissions tutor.As soon as you are about to apply for jobs or tocollege or university – it accompanies yourwritten application.What should I include? Essential personal details:NameAddressTelephone numberDate of birthNationalityEducation and Training (your school, college,training programme etc)Qualifications gained at schoolQualifications/Certificates gained outsideschoolEmployment and work experienceInterests and hobbiesFuture targets/Action PlanReferences – Names and addresses or 2referees

DOsDOs and DONTs√• Present your CV in a neat professionalmanner• Use a good quality paper• Rearrange information to make itsuitable for different applications• Include all relevant information• Keep copies• Include all work experience includingpart-time and weekend jobs• List all certificates eg. First Aid,Duke of Edinburgh Award – even ifyou are just working towards them• Approach referees before includingthem on your CV• Always ask their permission beforenaming your refereesDONTs x• Sell yourself short• Send your CV until you have checkedfor spelling and punctuation

What To Put In a C.V.Personal Details• Name• Date of birth• Address• Postcode• Telephone NumberEducation and Qualifications• Names of secondary schools• Dates of starting and leaving• Exam subjects, results and dates• Other subjects studied but not examined• Other activities in school• Positions of responsibilityInterests and Activities• Clubs, groups, societies• Spare time activities• Prizes, badges, awards• Community work, voluntary work, fundraisingEmployment and Dates• Part time jobs• Holiday jobs• Work experienceOther Information• Positions of responsibility outside school• Special skillsReferees• Names, addresses and telephone number

CURRICULUM VITAEName:Address:Telephone:Statements:Skills/Achievements:Work Experience:Education:Date of Birth:Interests:

Completing ApplicationsMost employers, colleges, training organisations etc, produce their ownapplication form, which you will need to complete when applying for a job,course or training programme.This is your first opportunity to create a good impression and meet thestandards and criteria set by the company, college or trainingorganisation. Remember you only get one chance to make and initial goodimpression.The time taken to complete an application form can be rewarded with aninterview, therefore allow yourself plenty of time to complete the form.• Read the whole form carefully before completing it• Make a rough copy and ask someone to check it• Write neatly and use black ink or biro• Follow instructions exactly, it may ask for BLOCK CAPITALSin some sections• Answer the questions fully, using sentences where possible• Write your address in full, not forgetting your postcode• Make sure you list all courses and qualifications. Listexaminations taken or about to be taken. Enter estimatedgrades if known• Complete the section on previous employment by enteringpart-time jobs, paid or voluntary, and your work experienceplacement• Include the things you enjoy doing in your spare time in theinterests and activities section• Use the opportunity to sell yourself in the section which asksfor further information. Try to relate your strengths to theskills and qualities that the employer will be looking for• Check that your application is accurate and has no spellingmistakes• Keep a copy of your application form for future reference• Use your Achievement File and Action Plan to help youcomplete the form• Return your application form promptly – there is often aclosing date for receipt of applications• Don`t leave blank spaces, write ‘not applicable’ (N/A forshort) or none to questions that do not apply to you

SPECIMEN JOB APPLICATION FORMPlease complete this side of the form in BLOCK CAPITALSSurname………………………………………………………………………………..…………….Mr/Mrs/Miss/MsFornames……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Previous Name (if applicable)………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Address……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………………………………………………………………………………..Post Code…………………………………………………………….Telephone Number…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Date of Birth…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Names and addresses of school/colleges attended since age 111…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….2……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Dates attendedFrom……………………………To………………………………..From……………………………To………………………………..From……………………………To………………………………..Examinations taken or about to be taken (enter grade if known)Subject Level Date Grade Subject Level Date GradePlease give details of any work experience you have had, including Saturday and holiday jobsEmployers name and address Dates of employment Duties

Indicate your interests and activities – include involvement in voluntary work, clubs and societies, hobbies andsport,Inside SchoolDutiesOutside SchoolDutiesProvide examples of where you have worked as part of a team. What was your role/contribution?Please give details of special achievements and/or positions of responsibility (e.g. Prefect, Duke of Edinburgh`sAward)Outline any activities you have planned and organised, and how you achieved your resultsPlease indicate why you are interested in this post, the reasons why you consider yourself suitable and how yousee your future with this companySigned…………………………………………………………………………………………………….Date…………………………………………….