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Teaching in London : Applying for a Job

Writing your CV

Story posted: Dec 31, 2004, 12:41

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For the majority of teaching posts you will be expected to fill in an application form. However, if you are asked to 'apply in writing' it is good practice to provide a well-structured CV with a letter of application.

A CV is your autobiography. It is brief and factual account of relevant features of your life to date.

Presentation - this is as important as content.

Length - two sides of A4 maximum.

Order - use this to emphasise strong points or minimise weak ones - if recent educational results are more impressive than school ones, start with this (reverse chronological order).

Headings - choose those which best reflect you e.g. 'Responsibilities' may be more appropriate than 'activities'.

Neat - use a typewriter or word-processor. First impressions are vital, choose a layout which is attractive and best displays your information. Don't try to cram too much information on to one side of paper. Font size is important, don't use nine point it is too small. Twelve point is probably the largest you should choose. Remember, the reader is probably older than you, and may wear glasses.

Paper - use good quality A4 paper.

Content (See CV example)
  • Personal details

    Name

    Address

    Telephone number

    Date of birth

    NHI no

    DfEE. No

  • Opening personal statement - a brief paragraph stating your strengths and qualities as a teacher

  • Education and Qualifications

    (The most recent first is more useful as the focus will be on your teaching qualification).

    Institution(s)

    Date(s)

    Qualifications obtained or expected

    Scholarships and Awards (If appropriate)

  • Teaching practice, experience - special projects, brief resume of what you've done and learnt, schools - age groups etc.

  • Other work experience -particularly that relevant to teaching.

  • Activities and interests - this section will give a prospective employer clues about your personality. Avoid one word interests e.g. Music, but say what you actually do i.e. 'I play guitar competently - have led a singing group'.

  • Other qualifications/skills e.g. Driving licence, coaching awards, keyboard skills.

  • Referees -

    1. The Principal/Head of Faculty etc

    2. Teaching Practice Headteacher or other Education Professional (someone who has seen you teach)



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