- Students will be comfortable with creating a CV to suit different jobs.
Getting started
Learning intention
Success criteria
- I can use language in my CV which promotes who I am.
- I can describe why a good personal statement is important in a CV.
- I can complete a personal statement in the CV builder.
Before you start
- Consider completing the Strengths lesson plan with the group first.
- Read the CV builder factsheet and Creating a personal statement for CV.
- Download and prepare class resources.
Duration
These are suggested timescales only and will vary dependent on your group. These activities could be delivered over 2 sessions:
- 10 mins: What is a CV and personal statement discussion
- 40 mins: Creating a personal statement
- 20+ mins: Complete personal statement in My World of Work
Suitable for
This activity is suitable for Senior phase: S4 to S6 and college or other means of study.