• Personal Details

  At the top of your CV, include:

  • Your full name
  • Contact information (email, phone number, and location) – No need for your full home address

• Personal Statement

  A short summary about you, highlighting:

  • Who you are
  • Your key skills and experience
  • What you’re looking for in a job

  This should be concise and tailored to the role you’re applying for.

• Work Experience

  List your previous jobs, apprenticeships, or voluntary roles in reverse chronological order (most recent first).

  For each role, include:

  • Job title and company name
  • Dates of employment
  • Key responsibilities (keep it to 3-4 bullet points)

• Education & Qualifications

  List your academic achievements, including:

  • Institution name
  • Dates attended
  • Qualifications & grades

  If you have more education than work experience, this section should come before your work history.

• Achievements

  Use this section to highlight key successes in your career, such as:

  • Highlight accomplishments, awards, or recognition
  • Quantify achievements where possible
  • Highlight where you've excelled in previous roles

• Hobbies & Interests (Optional)

  If relevant, include hobbies that:

  • Demonstrate useful skills for the job
  • Help you stand out (e.g., volunteering, leadership roles)

  Avoid generic phrases like “I enjoy socialising with friends.” Only include this section if it adds value.

• References

  You can list references or simply state: “References available upon request.”

A well-structured, error-free CV will give you the best chance of securing an interview.