Your CV should be no longer than two or three sides of A4 (most employers spend 13 seconds skimming your C.V). Your C.V is intended to provide a brief, but full, account of your working life, including your interests and academic achievements and qualifications.
CV Guide:
Personal Information
- Name
- Address
- Telephone number
- Email address
- DOB (optional)
Employment History
- List your employers in date order (starting with the most recent)
- The role you held in each company
- Bullet point list of your tasks and responsibilities
Education
- GCSE’s & A-levels (or equivalent)
- Degree
- Any other professional training or qualifications
- Relevant skills
Interests
- What you like to do outside of work
Referees
- Whether they can be contacted