Job Search Support Services
This programme is designed to specifically help you ‘get a new job’ so focuses on practical measures to achieve this. First we work with you to put together the right CV or series of CV’s to meet the challenge. Second we work with you to develop a personal ‘Marketing Plan’ to make you visible to your target audience and finally and as importantly we help you prepare for your interviews to give that important ‘edge’ to win the job. If you feel that you need help in only one or two areas then we can offer each module individually for suitable candidates.

Getting your CV in shape
Your CV is the one thing that can open the interview door for you, so it has to be good enough to do that job. It has not only to look right but it also must give the reader the information they are looking for very quickly. In order to support you in producing your perfect CV we cover the following areas:

• Building your CV and making it stand out from the crowd
• Using structure and layout to highlight your key strengths.
• Using keywords and language effectively in your CV
• CV types and their uses

You will be given access to a range of model CVs together with practical advice and tips to ensure that you produce an excellent CV and have the ability to produce more in the future.

Marketing yourself
After you have identified your planned career development path and created the perfect CV you will want to identify the best ways of marketing yourself to achieve your goals. This will include:

• The importance of “Social Media” in marketing yourself
• Targeting specific recruiters and potential employers
• Setting yourself daily and weekly goals
• Reviewing progress and considering alternative plans of action

The support we provide in this specific area is extensive and is tailored to the individuals specific needs. The focus on Social Media is very relevant in today’s job market and incorporates LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook and the methods to capitalise on these powerful networking technologies.

Interview preparation and techniques
Now that you have reached the final stage of achieving your next career goal, it is time to ensure that you are ready for that all important interview. We will help you to be fully prepared to capitalise on the opportunity you are now presented with. We will assist you in the following areas:

• Improving your interview techniques
• Presenting yourself and your strengths more confidently
• Helping you to match your experience and skills to the job
• Preparing you to deal with difficult questions
• Honing your negotiating and closing skills.

You may benefit from practice interview sessions to help you improve your capabilities in this and other areas required to secure the position. There is also a wealth of supporting information provided both in hard copy and via the internet including typical interview questions and suggested responses all of which will make you feel confident and be in control when going for your next interview.

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