ACTIVITIES
Term 2
January
Filling out job Applications
Most places ask you to fill in a job application form when ask about a job.
Top tips for filling in job application forms well:
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Check the colour pen they they ask for first
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Make a couple of photocopies of the form to practice on, and practice filling it out before you complete the proper form
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Then fill out the proper application in pencil first
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Think carefully for the information that the form is asking for, and plan your answer when it asks for a long response
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Write in capitals if it asks you to
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Keep your writing as neat as you can
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Check your spellings carefully
Download and print off this application form. Practise filling it in correctly and neatly.
When you have completed it. Show and discuss it with your PT.
Weeks 17-18: One to Ones & First Steps Applying for Jobs or Work Experience
One to Ones continued
It is really important that in the first three weeks of Term 2 that al personal tutors make time within classes for a one to one catch up with all learners. This one to one should cover:
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Grades and information from the December reports
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Progress being made
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Targets to help learning move forward and to keep you motivated to achieve and get the best possible results.
Whilst undertaking one to ones all learners can follow the work below:
Making a Great Impression at a Job Interview
Watch this video and discuss the points learned from it.
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What makes a bad impression?
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What makes a great impression?
Devise a set of instructions to help a friend make a great
first impression at a job interview.