Preparing for Apprenticeship Recruitment How to write a

Preparing for Apprenticeship Recruitment

How to write a winning apprenticeship application

Apprenticeship application tips Email address Telephone number Personal details Prep. in a word document Spelling and grammar Give yourself enough time 3

Application tips Useful Documents Predicted & achieved Work Experience Buzz Words 4

Buzz words

Activity 1: Buzz Words

Activity 1: Buzz Words - Attention to detail Good communication skills Logical Creative thinking Working as part of a team Analytical Problem solving Work independently Organised Excellent judgement Flexibility Willingness to take on tasks

The application form

Activity 2: Identifying strengths 1 2 3 4 5 Strength Example Strong writing skills I write a monthly newsletter for my school/sports club

An example ‘strength statement’ ‘I believe that I have extremely good communication skills. I have given presentations in front of large audiences in whole year assemblies and I have also talked in front of groups in the classroom. As a 6 th form Ambassador, I have been involved in open evenings where I have spoken to groups of parents and prospective students about my experience of the 6 th form. I also have excellent written communication skills and I am confident speaking on the telephone’

What is a digital CV? It could include: • Making your CV available online, by uploading it to Google Docs • Creating a Linked. In profile • Creating an image-driven CV e. g. an infographic • Making a webpage / setting up a website that talks about yourself • Recording a video message that an employer could watch, explaining about your personal skills and attributes

Preparing for online Recruitment

The traditional application process Register Initial Interview (telephone or video) Search & alerts Online tests Job offer (unconditional or conditional) Apply CV / Application form Assessment Centre Shortlisted Face to face interview Start your apprenticeship or job role

Assessment centres Top Tips: - Log in early - online - Double check what you need, pen, paper, application form - Go over the application and prepare some notes - Dress smartly - Be passionate and enthusiastic - Be yourself!!! 14

Online tests Free practice test websites: www. assessmentday. co. uk/ www. practiceaptitudetests. com

How can you prepare for an online application process? □ Get your CV ready https: //nationalcareers. service. gov. uk/get-a-job/cv-sections □ Make sure your online/social media profiles are professional □ Get comfortable talking over the phone and answering questions on the spot https: //nationalcareers. service. gov. uk/get-a-job/top-10 -interview questions □ Familiarise yourself with using video by talking to relatives and friends more often

Interview Skills Digital/Telephone

Telephone interview questions Activity one What might you be asked?

Top 10 interview questions Questions about the employer - What do you know about our company? - Why do you think you're a good fit for our company? - Why do you want to work for us? Questions about you - What do you do in your spare time? - What are your hobbies and interests? Questions about your experience - When have you faced a challenging situation? - Can you tell us about a personal achievement at work or school? - Have you ever taken the initiative? - Have you ever failed at a task? Questions about your strengths - What are your main strengths?

Telephone interviews top tips Research Smile (lots) Practice Location Listen Technical problems Be ready

Video interviews

Pre-recorded interviews Some interviews use computer generated systems where you will be shown the question on the screen, and then have a limited amount of time to think about and record your answer www. assessmentday. co. uk/video-interviews. htm

Pre-recorded Interview Top Tips Read and follow the instructions very carefully. . Meet the employer's deadline. . Have the login information handy. . Make sure you have the right devices available. . Do your research…. Have your interview answers ready. . Practice, practice. www. assessmentday. co. uk/videointerviews. htm

Typical Pre-recorded Interview Questions What are some of the common questions asked by employers? Why do you want this apprenticeship? Why should we hire you? Describe your relevant strengths and experience Give an example of when you have worked with others to solve a problem How would you respond if you made a mistake at work? Share an example of how you made a difference Do you know of any others? How might you answer these questions?

Video interviews top tips Setting Body language Practice Be early Dressing for interview Technical problems Eye contact

What does your background say about you?

Preparation Sleep Plan journey Wash Access Refresh Brush hair ID Smile Dress smartly Instructions Questions

Any questions?