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Work

Work

A new job can be great for getting you more money and more confidence but getting the job in the first place can be quite scary. At there Bridges Project there are people who can help you- from getting the skills you need, to writing a CV, to getting you a placement to give you more experience.

Kyle's Work Placement

I have started working at Harleyhill Day Centre which is a garden centre in Prestonpans. I've been working two half-days a week for two weeks and am now getting a review to check my progress.

In my two weeks I've learnt how to prick lobelia - you get a tray filled with soil and have to make 15 small holes in it and then plant the baby lobelias.

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Interview Tips

Find out what to do before, during and after an interview. This is a great article which should enable you to whizz through an interview.

Preparation
  • Find out all you can about the firm. Visit the library to research the company background and talk to friends who already work there
  • Remind yourself why you are particularly interested in working for this company
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Making your CV work for you

The aim of your CV is to get you an interview with a prospective employer. It needs to present your skills and experience in the best possible light and emphasise your suitability and potential for the job. It is therefore worthwhile spending time on preparing a focussed, well-presented and error-free document that will immediately impress an employer. Keep it short and simple.

After reading the advice given, there are some extra links at the bottom of the page. You can also download a sample CV.

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