Check your learning questions

Identify at least three different sources of information and examples of Offline job vacancies and where you could go to find offline jobs.

Identify at least three different places or sources of Online information on Job vacancies or where you could find online job vacancies.

Identify key information within a job advertisement.

Use either online or offline sources to select at least two jobs that you would like to apply to.
List the two jobs you have found and explain why these two jobs meet/match your identified skills, qualities, interests, and career aspirations as well as qualifications experience.

Extract key details about a job advert information provided to the applicant by the employer.

Identify relevant information needed for a job application form.

Create and complete a straightforward job application form, so that information provided is clear to the prospective employer and presents yourself in a positive way.

Write a covering letter for a job application following given conventions for letter-writing.

Be able to prepare/create a CV.

Insert key, relevant information into a given CV template.

Using one of the job adverts you have found, identify the key information about the employer and/or place of work from material provided by the employer and one or more additional sources.

Identify the main tasks/duties and activities associated with the job role or placement.

You may wish to upload a print screen or picture of any highlighted job adverts you have found as evidence.

Prepare at least three answers to common questions that might be asked at the interview.
Choose at least three of the most common questions from the list below and prepare a detailed answer to each question. You may use a separate piece of paper if you run out of space, remember to attach it to this workbook as evidence of you meeting the assessment criteria.

1. Tell me a little bit about yourself?
2. What skills and qualities do you have that makes you think you are right for this job?
3. Why do you want this job?
4. Tell me about a time you have to overcome a challenge?

Identify at least two questions to ask which show interest in the job, placement, or course at interview.

Plan a route, means of transport and travel times to enable punctual arrival to an interview at the job advert you identified earlier.

List your starting point and your destination and don’t forget to put approximate timings for each stage of your journey. Remember to state the approximate prices for any public transport used, what time you set off and the time you arrive.

You may email any print screens or evidence that helps you plan your journey to your tutor.

Select an example of an appropriate outfit for an interview.

You may upload the example from the internet or a picture of your own. Remember it must be a full outfit and appropriate for an interview.

In pairs with a peer, role play an interview scenario, each taking turns to be the interviewer and the interviewee.

Ask the list of common interview questions and demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively, remember to show open body language and active listening skills.

You must include the following:

–Demonstrate appropriate personal presentation.

11. Witness Testimony – Gateway