Letter of Application

• Dierverzorging
• MBO
• Studiejaar 2,4

What did we do?

In the next slide you will get 2 minutes to write down what you remember from last week's class

Write down anything you
remember from yesterday's class

Letter of application

Objective:

• Practice formal letter writing in English.
• Use correct letter structure. 
• Describe skills and qualifications.

Why is writing a letter of application important?

Drag and drop question

In the next slide you will see a drag and drop question. 

Match the boxes on the left to the boxes on the right.

Put the letter in its correct order from Salutation to conclusion. 

Drag and drop the boxes on the left in the correct chronological  order on the right. 

Salutation

Introduction

Body

Conclusion

Dear Sir/ Madam, 

I am writing this letter to...

I have experience in working with......

Kind regards, 

Example

Dear Sir/Madam,

I would like to apply for the job of shop assistant at your store. I am a hardworking and friendly person. I have experience working with customers because I helped in my family’s shop. I can work well in a team and I am always on time. I am available to work in the afternoons and weekends.

Thank you for considering my application.

Yours faithfully,

[Your Name]

Key Sections

1. Salutation: “Dear Sir/Madam”

2. Introduction: Why are you writing? What job are you applying for?

3. Body: Describe your skills, experience, and availability.

4. Conclusion: Thank them and close the letter.

Writing Task

Write a letter of application for a position. 

Mention your skills, experience, and availability.

Use 6-8 sentences to complete the letter, following the structure provided.

Review

Exchange letters with someone from the class.

Check for the following: 

1. Letter structure (salutation, body, closing etc.)

2. Simple, clear sentences 

3. Job-related vocabulary (skills, experience etc.)

Evaluation

Let's read some of the letters you wrote.

Writing Task

Now you have landed the job! 

Write a postcard to your grandmother in England to tell her about this exciting news!

Try to use at least five sentences. 

What went well?
What would you like to practice more?