“HOW TO” GUIDES
useful information and tips
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how to: create a great CV
When nursery practitioners are required to have similar qualifications and work experience to get a job in the first place, it’s hard to make your CV stand out. Here are some best practice guidelines to follow so that you’re presenting your skills in the best possible... read more -
8 awesome ways to avoid making common CV mistakes
Employers and agencies look at CVs all the time but you’re most likely to see yours and perhaps one or two others (i.e. your mates’), especially during the early stages of your career. So how can you make sure that your CV stands out for the right reasons? Here are... read more -
how to: give a great interview
Interviews can be a bit daunting, can’t they? You really want the job and make a good impression but it can be hard not to become flustered under pressure. Solid preparation in advance will really help combat the butterflies. Here are our tips to help you have a happy... read more -
how to: ask great interview questions to an employer
Preparing job interview questions to ask your interviewer is just as important as preparing to answer the questions they’ll ask you. Take your time and be thoughtful with your answers and questions. Use good judgment as to how many interview questions to ask, as... read more -
12 signs that it’s time to look for a new job
Sometimes it’s harder than you think to recognise that work isn’t making you happy any more. When does the balance shift between it being better to stay – and it being better to go? 1. You’re already looking for a new job Lots of people keep an eye on the job... read more -
how to: have a fabulous first day
So you’re about to start a new job. Congratulations! Your first day is drawing closer and you’re a bit nervous about making a good impression and a whole host of other things. Will they like you? Will you know what to do? What will the work be like? Don’t worry or... read more -
how to: ask for a reference
You’re going to be asked for a list of references during your job search. This is because background research such as references and DBS checks are the best ways for employers and agencies to confirm what you’ve told them about yourself is, in fact, true. So... read more -
how to: resign with grace
Yay! You’ve got a new job! Congratulations! Now, don’t ruin it by messing up your departure from the current place. We know you’re excited but how you behave on your way out will affect your reputation, your references and your future employability. Just remember that... read more -
6 steps to writing a brilliant job description
It doesn’t matter whether you’re using a recruitment agency, word of mouth or a job board to find a new practitioner for your setting. It’s definitely worth your time to write a thorough job posting. Here’s why: – The time spent designing your job posting... read more