CV formats
CVs should be designed to be targeted to meet the requirements of an advertised vacancy and to impress the employer. There are two main styles of CVs. If you are applying for a job in the same line of work as your previous job then you should complete a ‘chronological CV’. If you have decided it is time for a change in profession then you should type a ‘skills based CV’. Do not use first person terminology like ‘I did this’, ‘I am’, or ‘I have’.
The chronological CV
This past career development format requires you to outline your experiences in reverse chronological order; start with your last job and work backwards. It demonstrates how you've progressed over time and your experience. It may not be as suitable if you've changed jobs quite regularly.
The skills-based CV
This format is used to focus on your skills and qualities. It is called a Functional CV. Skill headings are listed under which you present your evidence. Occupation and education details are kept brief. This type of CV is harder to organise but it can show you've considered the requirements of the job if you focus on the right set of skills.
Sample chronological CV (used to apply for a similar job as your present occupation.)
Full Name
Address
Town
County and Post Code
Tel: 020 8542
1234
Mobile 07771234567
email@gmail.com
(do not use an embarrassing e-mail address)
Profile
One paragraph that summarises your skills and strengths that are relevant to the job you are applying to. Remember this may be the only part of your CV that is read by the employer.
Experience
Name of Company 2002 - Present
Position held in that company
Name of Company
1999 - 2002
Position held in that company
Name of Company
1995 - 1999
Position held in that company
Qualification and Training
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Qualification
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Qualification
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Qualification
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Qualification
Hobbies and Interests
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Relevant Hobby/interest
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Relevant Hobby/interest
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Relevant Hobby/interest
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Relevant Hobby/interest
Sample
Functional CV (Skill based CV used when applying from a different job to your
last one)
Full Name
Address
Town
County and Post Code
Tel: 020 8542
1234
Mobile 07771234567
email@gmail.com
(do not use an embarrassing e-mail address)
Profile
One paragraph that summarises your skills and strengths that are relevant to the job you are applying to. Remember this may be the only part of your CV that is read by the employer.
Record relevant but key transferable skills. If you put your past job down that is not relevant there is a danger of de-selection e.g. If you were a HGV Driver and now applying for an office job.
Key Competencies
Project manager
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Evidence
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Evidence
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Evidence
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Evidence
Problem solving
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Evidence
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Evidence
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Evidence
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Evidence
Planning
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Evidence
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Evidence
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Evidence
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Evidence
Qualification and Training
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Qualification
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Qualification
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Qualification
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Qualification
Hobbies and Interests
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Relevant Hobby/interest
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Relevant Hobby/interest
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Relevant Hobby/interest
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Relevant Hobby/interest
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