The names, addresses and status of your referees can be included on a separate sheet. It is not essential to include them when first applying for a job although it is sometimes useful for a prospective employer to have an immediate contact. 

Remember to check with your referees before submitting their names. 

## CHECKING FOR ERRORS 

◆ Sell yourself. 

◆ Prepare a striking profile. 

◆ Use only relevant material in your CV. 

◆ List education, qualifications and jobs in reverse order – most recent first. 

◆ Remember to include your skills and achievements but don’t overdo them. 

◆ Always write legibly. 

◆ Remember to ask before offering a referee’s name. 

## PRACTISING WHAT YOU’VE LEARNT 

1. Write two personal profiles – one for a specific job and one general one. 

2. Plan your CV. 

3. Write a covering letter to accompany your CV. Identify the post for which you are applying. 

