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CV Tips
How to write a CV that stands out
Your CV is the first point of contact between you and your next potential employer. Find out how to write a CV that stands out.
Using the right language on your CV
How can you ensure that your CV makes an impact? How do you get the balance between keeping things concise and being vague? This is where the choice of language comes into play.
Assessing your own interview performance
Have you ever walked out of an interview room thinking “I’ve nailed that”, only to be surprised to find out a few days later that you were unsuccessful? Here's some tips to ensure that you are reflecting on your interview constructively.
Hiring managers have hundreds of CVs to read through in very little time. So how can you make sure that yours is quick and easy to read, whilst still remaining memorable?
Get your CV personal profile right
It's the equivalent of the 'elevator pitch' and can inspire a recruiter to read on. So, it's vital to make sure your CV personal profile does its job. Here’s how.
Handling tricky career moments
We all dream of having a flawless CV; one which shows our career trajectory and highlights our expertise and knowledge. But whilst some lucky people have a career which is plain-sailing, others may find that they have had some ups and downs which could cast a shadow on their professional expertise. So, how can you handle these moments and present yourself as an ideal candidate for the job role?
Interview Tips
Ace your job interview with the STAR interview method
Most job interviews have a segment for competency or behavioural questions which are designed to assess an applicant’s experience and qualities. Learn how you can use this simple technique for your next competency based job interview.
5 Steps to Delivering Your Best Interview
To help you deliver your best interview, here are a few tips to prepare and calm your interview nerves in 5 simple steps - covering example interview questions, tips on interview technique, and how to leave a good impression.
One of the most important things that you should do ahead of your next job interview is to prepare yourself to answer this inevitable question. Here is our advice for making the most of your response.
Has your interview been a success?
When it comes to interviews, it’s easy to spend hours in advance preparing yourself for tricky questions and planning how to sell your skills. But do you know how to tell if your interview is going well? Ahead of your interview for a senior interim role, here are five common signs which may indicate that the hiring panel is favourable towards you.
Pay attention to your body language
If you’re preparing for your next job interview, it’s imperative that you take a few moments to consider whether your body language is in tune with what you are saying. Here are some of our top tips to help you in your next interview.
How to prepare for a phone interview
Many companies will screen applicants on a phone interview before offering longer, more in-depth interviews in person with senior members of the team. For remote positions, a phone interview may be the only stage. Here are our top tips.
Changing Careers
Shift work. What you need to know...
Before taking on a job with set shift patterns, it is worth considering whether it fits in with your lifestyle and also how you can balance it with family life.
Enjoy the flexibility of a contract healthcare job
Anyone who has chosen a career in healthcare, will have many of the same aspirations and duty of care. But it can be hugely rewarding and demanding in equal measure.
Job Search
6 benefits of using a recruitment agency
The job-hunting process can be stressful – whether you’re already employed and trying to balance your current job with looking for your next role, or unemployed and feeling the financial pressure. Find out how a recruitment agency can help.
How to improve your LinkedIn profile
Having a LinkedIn profile is an absolute must if you’re looking to get noticed in today’s job market. It’s not just about filling in your contact details and hoping people will reach out – there is plenty you can do to encourage more opportunities to come your way.
Your LinkedIn profile photo – is it working for you?
Members with profile photos receive up to 21 times more profile views than those without. We dive into the most common mistakes that people make!
Network your way to a new career
If you feel that you’re in a career rut, then perhaps it’s time to take advantage of a wide range of networking opportunities which could be available to you
Apprenticeships: tips for success
Looking at apprenticeships? Find out more about the apprenticeship application and interview process, as well as our tips for success.
How well do you know the job application process?
Knowing how the process works can help to ease the nerves. So, we’ve put together a quick guide that tells you everything you need to know about the job application process.
Is social media harming your career?
Since the explosion of social media over the past decade, it’s almost impossible to keep your private life private. With the anonymity afforded by the likes of Instagram and Twitter, have you ever considered what your digital footprint is saying about you?
Starting a New Role
11 tips for a successful first day at a new job
Your first day is an exciting time and a fantastic opportunity to make a good impression, but you may be feeling nervous. Before the big day, the best thing you can do is prepare yourself. Here are a few tips to help you make your first day a success.
Are you thinking of relocating for a new nursing job? It's a big step and a decision not to be taken lightly. Here's a quick overview of some important things to think about before you up sticks and shoot off to another part of the country.
Returning after a stress-related break
We give some suggestions for how you can successfully manage your return to the workforce.
Improving Your Practice
As an LGBTQ+ ally you can help create a better working environment for those working in NHS jobs who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender.
Working as a locum will give you more freedom to work in completely different environments at your choosing, but if you don’t crave the independence and prefer to work somewhere permanently, what do you need to do and how can a resourcing agency benefit you?
Improving your communication skills
Let’s look at how can you improve your work-based communications.
In most nursing jobs, stress and pressure are not unusual. So, how do you make sure you stay cool, calm and collected when the going gets tough?
Knowing that you are responsible for the lives of vulnerable children, young people or adults can be extremely stressful. It is easy to see how mistakes can happen – but in the social work profession, it’s how you deal with your mistakes that matters.
