CV Template
Your Name
Your Address
Your Telephone Number
Your Email Address
Personal Statement
Write a short paragraph that summarises who you are and what you offer. Avoid using any clichés and definitely avoid anything that isn’t true! This should be no more than 50-75 words and offer the prospective employer an overview of who you are. It is often worth asking family, friends and recent employers (where possible) for their thoughts on this.
Qualifications
List any qualifications that you have, paying special attention to those that are relevant to the position that you are applying for. Include membership of any professional bodies or groups
Your most recent dates of employment: Your most recent employer
Your most recent job title–The location of your most recent position
- List 5-10 key points about this last position
- Include a very brief overview of the site where applicable e.g. turnover, covers, number of staff
- Indicate your key responsibilities
- List any key achievements that you were responsible for
Continue to list your previous employment starting with your most recent previous position and working backwards. DO NOT under any circumstances change your dates of employment as the chances are that this will be discovered and may result in you losing your dream job! Explain any gaps in employment dates such as travelling, studying, maternity leave and unemployment.
Your previous dates of employment: Your previous employer
Your previous job title–The location of your previous position
- List 5-10 key points about this last position
- Include a very brief overview of the site where applicable e.g. turnover, covers, number of staff
- Indicate your key responsibilities
- List any key achievements that you were responsible for
Interests
This is an opportunity to show that you have a life outside of work and that you are able to commit to other hobbies and interests. Be prepared to talk about anything that you write here, so again honesty is the best policy!
References
Provide details of 2 referees, which are generally your most recent employers. They would not be approached without your consent, however if you have concerns then you can write Available on request
