CV Presentation

Do:

  • Put your CV on high quality white paper

  • Restrict the length preferably to two pages, three at most

  • Remember that the only supporting documentation required initially is an academic transcript for non-UK qualified candidates.

  • Keep lots of white space around the edges of the text making it clear and readable

  • Limit each text block to no more than six lines

  • Make headings clear and consistent

  • Use bullet points where possible

  • Include your name on each page, and number all pages

  • Make sure all events are dated, including qualifications and employment

  • Make sure there are no gaps in the dates - if there are, give an explanation

Don't:

  • Make your CV double-sided

  • Use gimmicks or bind your CV

  • Enclose photographs

  • Begin your CV with your personal mission statement

  • List irrelevant personal details, such as names or ages of children

  • Enclose photocopies of references or school certificates

  • Make sweeping statements about how wonderful you are - good with people etc



 


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