There is only one assignment on the unit, an e-Portfolio . This portfolio is based on your reflection of a potential postgraduate job of interest . The deadline for submission of the portfolio is the 15th January 2021 before 10am.
ASS099-2 THE SOCIAL SCIENCES AT WORK View & Export Add to My Lists My Lists · YEAR 2020 - 2021 · By Fiona Factor · Created 7 months ago Updated a month ago · Linked to ASS099-2 Table of Contents Type: All Filter: All Citation Style: None Top of Form Search for items Search Bottom of Form Core Text: Guided Reading: Understanding careers · Book · by Kerr Inkson; Nicky Dries; John Arnold · 2015 · Guided reading Reading intention: Undecided Learning for a complex world: a lifewide concept of learning, education and personal development · Book · by Norman Jackson · 2011 · Guided reading Reading intention: Undecided The Happenstance Learning Theory in JOURNAL OF CAREER ASSESSMENT · Article · by Krumboltz, J.D. · 01/01/2009 · Guided reading VIEW ONLINE Reading intention: Undecided Personal, academic and career development in higher education : SOARing to success [electronic resource] · Book · by Arti Kumar · 2007 · Guided reading VIEW ONLINE Reading intention: Undecided Personal, academic and career development in higher education: SOARing to success · Book · by Arti Kumar · 2007 · Guided reading Reading intention: Undecided How to write a CV that works · Book · by Paul McGee · 2011 · Guided reading Reading intention: Undecided Note for studentsOn order - available soon Understanding work-based learning · Book · edited by John Mumford; Simon Roodhouse · 2016 · Guided reading VIEW ONLINE Reading intention: Undecided Note for studentson order: Available soon Understanding work-based learning · Book · by John Mumford; Simon Roodhouse · 2010 · Guided reading Reading intention: Undecided Work-based learning : bridging knowledge and action in the workplace [electronic resource] · Book · by Joseph A. Raelin · 2008 · Guided reading VIEW ONLINE Reading intention: Undecided Work-based learning: bridging knowledge and action in the workplace · Book · by Joseph A. Raelin; T.J. Elliott · 2008 · Guided reading Reading intention: Undecided Chapter 9: Holland's theory of personalities in work environments. in Career Choice and Development · Chapter · by Arnold R. Spokane; Eric J. Luchetta; Matthew H. Richwine · 2002 · Guided reading ASS099 - 2 THE SOCIAL SCIENCES AT WORK View & Export Add to My Lists My Lists · YEAR 2020 - 2021 · By Fiona Factor · Created 7 months ago Updated a month ago · Linked to ASS099 - 2 Table of Contents Type: All Filter: All Citation Style: None Search for items Search Core Text: Guided Reading: ASS099-2 THE SOCIAL SCIENCES AT WORK View & Export Add to My Lists My Lists YEAR 2020 - 2021 By Fiona Factor Created 7 months ago Updated a month ago Linked to ASS099-2 Table of Contents Type: All Filter: All Citation Style: None Search for items Search Core Text: Guided Reading: cv-layout-chronological-a4abbl24.pdf This CV contains 7 main sections. You need to think about which sections to include and which order to present them in; not all of them are necessary. Think about what is most important for the job you are applying for? Is it your Skills? Education? or Experience? NAME (big and bold) Address Telephone/Mobile Email (professional looking) PROFILE: 3-5 lines are sufficient for a profile (often called a personal statement, personal profile or objective). Use the same language/jargon as the employer and use this to reflect the Job you are applying for – i.e. what type of person do you think the employer would be looking for? Be original and specific, avoid clichés and if you can‟t think of anything good to say, don‟t bother. You may wish to consider adding a link to your LinkedIn profile or a professional blog or website you wish to share EDUCATION: List your education in REVERSE chronological order (most recent first) University/College/School Name, Dates Course Title (Grade) EXPERIENCE: List your experience in REVERSE chronological order (most recent first), in some case, it may be beneficial to create 2 Experience sections to differentiate “Relevant” and “Other” Work Experience. Name of Employer, Dates Job Title Responsibilities, clearly presented through use of bullet points and ‘action’ verbs. SKILLS: Usually emphasised in a „Skills‟ based CV, the examples included should provide clear evidence of the skills that meet the needs addressed by the employer in their advert/job description and personal specification. INTERESTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS: This section is an opportunity to give the employer a better sense of who you are as a person. You could include memberships of clubs or societies and any additional roles of responsibility ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Is there any other information the employer has asked for? For example, do you need a driving license, work permit, or particular level of computer literacy? REFERENCES: If you have space, you may be required to provide full contact details of two referees who have known you in a professional capacity (usually previous managers or tutors). In most cases, however, it is acceptable simply to state: Available on request General CV Layout Name Anonymous 23 Any Road Luton, LU1 1CV Home: 01582 489293 Mobile: 07782 232323
[email protected] Profile A versatile and professional law graduate with wide ranging experience in a variety of law-related areas including youth offending, debt and benefits advice, employment law and housing. Seeking to combine academic achievements and work experience in a challenging role within the voluntary sector. Education and Qualifications 2006 – 2009 University of Bedfordshire, Luton LLB (Hons) in Law 2:1 Optional course modules: Employment Law, Contract Law, Consumer Law, Law and Medical Ethics, European Law. 2004 – 2006 Stopsley Sixth Form College 3 A-Levels English Language (A) Psychology (B) Business Studies (B) 1999 – 2004 Farley Hill Secondary School 9 GCSEs Grades A – C Voluntary Experience 2007 – 2009 TGH Advice Centre Volunteer Advisor Providing independent, confidential and impartial advice to clients on debt, benefits, employment, housing, relationship and family issues for local voluntary organisation. Interviewing clients face-to-face and over the phone to establish their needs Drafting letters and making calls on behalf of clients. Referring clients to specialist caseworkers for complex problems or signposting to other agencies when appropriate. Assisting clients to negotiate with companies and service providers to resolve any difficulties. This profile has been used to summarise the skills gained from both academic and work experience. You can include details of any modules, projects or placements covered in your course that are relevant to the job you‟re applying for. Separating the voluntary work from the paid work can help to make the voluntary work more prominent. In this instance the voluntary work is the most relevant. CHRONOLOGICAL CV – EXAMPLE 1 Although this role may not be relevant to the new area of work, it highlights the transferable skills and experience (such as supervisory, management and customer service skills). 2008 – 2009 Youth Offending Team Volunteer Mentor Providing one-to-one support, guidance and encouragement to young people who are at significant risk of offending or re-offending. Maintaining confidentiality, whilst ensuring child protection procedures and issues of disclosure are followed. Supporting mentees to set positive goals and work towards achieving these. Establishing and maintaining regular and timely contact with mentees. Work Experience 2007 – 2009 Student Union Bar Bar Supervisor Served customers, maintained excellent levels of customer service during busy periods. Managed the bar in line with health and safety regulations Trained and supervised new bar staff. Key-holder and responsible for opening and closing the bar within licensing hours. Planned and organised staff rotas. Ensured the bar area was stocked and well maintained. Additional Information Confident with a range of IT packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet and e-mail. Fluent in Spanish and French Full, clean driving licence. Interests Team captain and coach for the Bedfordshire Bulls; University Basketball Team. Active member of the University Student Union. References Available on request. Positions of responsibility related to sport, such as fulfilling the role of team captain may not be related to the job but highlight leadership qualities. To save space you only need to write “References available on request” - references are normally considered at a later stage in the selection process. (You may, however, be asked to provide them in an application form.) lecture-4-preparing-your-cv-and-cover-lettertbp-tufqktch.pptx Successful Job Applications Marketing yourself on paper Today Reasons your CV might be ignored Tips on how to tailor you CV and Covering Letter Review of STAR and how it can help market your skills, strengths and experience. 2 YOU An opportunity to demonstrate your written communication skills to: Market your qualifications, experience, personal qualities and transferable skills Convince employers that you are suitable to the role