Applying for work.

• Employability
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

Level 1

Applying for work 

Intended Learning Outcome

AC 1.1 Outline different ways of applying for jobs and the relevant information required for each.

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How jobs were advertised previously 

• Word of mouth
• Someone in the village
• 1st ad appeared in 1700

Where can I find job adverts?

Where can I find job adverts?

• Internet including: Job Search websites and company websites
  
• Recruitment agencies
  
• Professional bodies
  
• Newspapers and magazines
  
• Shop windows
  
• Job centres
  
• Word of mouth
• Social Media

What methods are used now to apply for jobs

CV

• This can be carried out by uploading a CV to a recruitment site.
  
• By sending a CV to a company/organisation for a direct job or just to inform the company about the candidate (speculative application)
  

 Application Form

Similar to a CV in terms of the information required however this is designed by the potential employer.

 Letter of Application

 

• Not used so much with today’s technology available however, it includes the same type of information as a CV or Application Form but with the addition of the applicant’s skills and capabilities for the job.
  

Networking 

• Friends
  
• Family
  
• Colleagues
  
• Ex-colleagues
  
• Acquaintances
  
• People from the industry you wish to work in.  
  

  

There are also specific online applications that can help you build up your network, such as Linkedin and other social media where you can join networking groups.

Applying for an Apprenticeship

This can often provide the means of getting into a company resulting in a permanent job after the apprenticeship ends.

 

Company websites

• A lot of companies have a job section on their website
• Register your details and then you complete an application online, using the job description, person specification and the information you have collated about yourself.
  

Recruitment companies

• Recruitment agencies will ask you for a CV and some will invite you in to meet them and to discuss what it is you’re looking for, they may also require you to carry out some tests, this enables them to assess your skill set and suitability for job roles.  
• Great way for them to meet you and to give you any advice and guidance you may need prior to them putting you forward to their clients.  

Job fairs 

Job fairs can be targeted toward specific industries or generalised opportunities in an area. 

Opportunity to speak to employers 

Could have to fill in application form 

Could have a mini interview there and then 

Describe the different ways of applying for jobs and what is involved in each approach.

Workplace Communication 

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