eCPD Resource Package, Job Application

Childcare

Job Application1

This activity will take place within the last month of your placement in your setting.

It is ideal for you to familiarise yourself with the interview procedure and application process of the setting, to support you in moving into employment after your traineeship.

Your activities will include:

• Completing an application form

• Discussing the interview procedure

Once you have completed the task discuss these with your workplace mentor.

Children & Young Peoples Workforce

eCPD Resource

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Equipment

Learning

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Equipment

It would be useful to have the following tools:

• A dictionary• A pen• Your CV

There is a section at the back of this booklet for any notes you want to make.

Learning

In this task you will be covering the areas detailed below.

Children and Young People’s Workforce:

• Basic understanding of personal development• Elements of good communication skills

Functional skills English:

• Read and understand different types of text in detail• Identify the main points and how they are presented

in a variety of different types of texts• Utilise information contained in different types of

texts• Use language, format and structure suitable for

purpose and audience• Write clearly and coherently, including an

appropriate level of detail

Children and Young People’s Workforce

Task 1 - Job Applications

You have found a new job in a childcare setting that you wish to apply for. To apply you need to fill in the application form. Using the template on the next page, prepare some notes on what information you think you will need. Write one simple paragraph (three or four sentences) for the ‘further information’ section. Use the guide below.

Please provide any further information, e.g. skills, examples of your achievements, training, interests, etc. (continue on separate sheet if necessary):

I am a good team worker with an excellent record of attendance and sales. I can work on my own without supervision and adapt quickly to new ideas and training. I work hard and am happy to work overtime when required. I enjoy working with the public and have a friendly and positive approach to my work.

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Your skills, achievements, training, interests

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Personal InformationPersonal InformationPersonal InformationPersonal InformationPersonal InformationPosition applied for:Position applied for: Full NameFull NameFull Name

Date of BirthDate of Birth NationalityNationalityNationality

AddressAddress Tel No & emailTel No & emailTel No & email

Current EmploymentCurrent EmploymentCurrent EmploymentCurrent EmploymentCurrent EmploymentName and address of employer:Name and address of employer:Name and address of employer:Name and address of employer:Name and address of employer:

Position held:Position held:Position held: From (D/M/Y):From (D/M/Y):

Notice RequiredNotice RequiredNotice Required Hours per week/weeks per year:Hours per week/weeks per year:

Reason for leaving current employmentReason for leaving current employmentReason for leaving current employmentReason for leaving current employmentReason for leaving current employment

Duties and responsibilitiesDuties and responsibilitiesDuties and responsibilitiesDuties and responsibilitiesDuties and responsibilities

Other Work ExperienceOther Work ExperienceOther Work ExperienceOther Work ExperienceOther Work ExperienceDates of employment (most recent first)Dates of employment (most recent first)Dates of employment (most recent first) Organisation Job title & duties

From (D/M/Y): To (D/M/Y)To (D/M/Y)

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Education & QualificationsEducation & QualificationsEducation & QualificationsEducation & Qualifications

Qualification Dates SubjectsSubjects Level/grade

Further InformationFurther InformationFurther InformationFurther InformationPlease provide any further information, e.g. skills, examples of your achievements, training, interests, etc. (continue on separate sheet if necessary)Please provide any further information, e.g. skills, examples of your achievements, training, interests, etc. (continue on separate sheet if necessary)Please provide any further information, e.g. skills, examples of your achievements, training, interests, etc. (continue on separate sheet if necessary)Please provide any further information, e.g. skills, examples of your achievements, training, interests, etc. (continue on separate sheet if necessary)

Referees (Please name two referees)Referees (Please name two referees)

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These resources have been produced as part of the Traineeship Staff Support Programme commissioned and funded by The Education and Training Foundation. Find out more on the TSSP website: www.traineeship-staff-support.co.uk