eCPD Resource Package, Job Application
Childcare
1 Job Application
This activity will take place within the last month of your placement in your setting.
Children & Young Peoples Workforce eCPD Resource
Your activities will include: • Completing an application form
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.
• Discussing the interview procedure Once you have completed the task discuss these with your workplace mentor. 1
Children and Young People’s Workforce
Equipment It would be useful to have the following tools: • A dictionary • A pen • Your CV
Equipment
There is a section at the back of this booklet for any notes you want to make.
Learning
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
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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 Information Position applied for:
Full Name
Date of Birth
Nationality
Address
Tel No & email
Current Employment Name and address of employer:
Position held:
From (D/M/Y):
Notice Required
Hours per week/weeks per year:
Reason for leaving current employment
Duties and responsibilities
Other Work Experience Dates of employment (most recent first) From (D/M/Y):
Organisation
Job title & duties
To (D/M/Y)
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Education & Qualifications Qualification Dates
Subjects
Level/grade
Further Information 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)
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Childcare, Job Application - eCPD Resource
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
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