What is a CV? (Curriculum Vitae)

A CV is a short document that tells employers or training providers about you, your skills, and what you can offer.

You will likely need a CV for:

Don’t worry if you’ve never had a job before, everyone starts somewhere.

Here is a website that can help you write your very own CV:

At your age, employers don’t expect lots of experience.

They are looking for:

✔ reliability

✔ good attitude

✔ willingness to learn

✔ teamwork

✔ communication

✔ punctuality

Showing you are responsible and motivated matters more than experience.

- Full name
- Mobile number
- Professional email address
Tip: keep emails simple (e.g. firstname.lastname@email.com)
You do not need to include your address or date of birth.
Write 2–3 sentences about yourself and what you’re looking for.
Example:
I am a reliable and hardworking student looking for a part-time role. I am punctual, friendly, and eager to learn new skills. I enjoy working with others and taking on responsibility.
Include:
- your school or college
- subjects you are studying
- predicted or achieved grades (if known)
Example:
- GCSE Maths – predicted 5
- GCSE English – predicted 5
- BTEC Sport – Merit
Experience
This does NOT have to be paid work.
You can include:
- work experience placements
- volunteering
- helping care for siblings
- babysitting
- helping neighbours or family members
- school responsibilities (prefect, buddy, library helper)
Example:
School Open Evening Helper
- Guided visitors around the school
- Answered questions
- Represented the school positively
Skills
Think about what you do well:
✔ teamwork
✔ communication
✔ listening
✔ timekeeping
✔ organisation
✔ problem solving
✔ using computers & technology
Give examples if possible!
This helps employers see your personality and strengths.
You could include:
- sports or fitness
- gaming or tech skills
- music, art, or creativity
- awards or certificates
- caring responsibilities
- youth groups or clubs

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