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Applying for a job by phone
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3 3 Prepare the questions you want to ask
beforehand and have them written down in front
of you.
3 3 Have a pen and some paper ready to write down
anything you feel is important.
3 3 Introduce yourself clearly and thank the
person at the end of the phone call.
3 3 Make sure you have enough credit on your
phone!
Job adverts: what do they mean?
Sometimes employers use words in their adverts
that we’re not really sure about. To cut through
some of the jargon, visit the National Careers
Service website (‘How to find a job’ section).
Interviews
Getting it right the first time
Employers often receive so many applications
for a vacancy that they look for ways to sift
out those who may not be suitable. Check your
applications for...
» » Spelling or grammar mistakes, scruffiness
» » Too much information
» » Not enough information, do not use ‘text
speak’!
» » Not completing every part of the form
(put ‘none’ if you aren’t able to fill in
a particular section such as previous
employment)
» » An email address that isn’t appropriate for
an employer
And make sure that you relate your
skills to the job on offer.
3 3 Make sure you know where the interview
is being held and that you can get there on
time. (Leave some time for delays).
3 3 Find out about the company or organisation
first, for example what they do and how big
they are.
3 3 Prepare some questions that you want to ask
about the job.
3 3 Practice possible questions and answers with
a friend or relative
3 3 Make sure you have everything you need
for the interview such as progress files or
certificates.
3 3 Try to answer all the questions with more
than just ‘yes’ or ‘no’.
3 3 Speak clearly, smile and thank the interviewer
at the end.
3 3 Be positive-show your spark and personality!
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