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2. Applications & Interviews: Overview Employment record of Education graduates
Applying for jobs
Applications
CVs
Cover letters
Preparing for Interviews
Types of Interviews
Structure of interview
Typical Questions
Advice
Resources
3. Class of 2006:Where are they now? Permanent Teaching - Irl: 22%
Temp/Sub/ P/T - Irl: 62%
Teaching abroad: 1%
Other work (Irl): 6%
Other work (abroad) 1%
Further Study 5%
Not available 1%
Seeking employment 2%
4. Typical Further Study Options MSc Research
PhD
MA Sports & Exercise
Quantity Surveying
Physiotherapy
5. Starting point Purpose of a CV is to get an inteview
Use the following checklist every time you complete an application form
1:Identify employer needs
Put yourself in the employer shoes
What are they looking for?
2:Match yourself to these needs
What particular skills do you have that are relevant to the position?
6. Qualities Employers Seek Good all-round intelligence
Enthusiasm, commitment and motivation
Good communication skills
Team work ability
Ability to solve problems
Capacity to work hard
Initiative and self-reliance
Balanced personality
7. Before Applying Research yourself
Review experience and career interests
Use Careers website & Prospects Planner
Research school/organisation
Own contacts
Websites
Reports or features
Research careers
Be familiar with curriculum
Use Careers resources on the Internet
8. Questions to ask yourself What sort of person is the organisation looking for?
What knowledge, experience, skills are required to fill this role?
What past experience do I have that demonstrate these competencies?
Provide evidence to match the key competencies
9. Matching Skills to Requirements Employer needs
Communication
Team work
Leadership
Initiative
Discipline
IT
Education interests
Your evidence
Presentation to class
Play on football team
Class rep, Committee
Fundraising for charity
Working in pub
Designed website
Familiar with research
10. Standard CV Personal Details
Name, Address, Tel No, Email address
Education
Start with current course
Dates, Name of college, Course Title,Thesis title, Core subjects, expected level of degree
Provide details of research projects
Teaching Experience
Start with most recent or relevant
Mention class levels, subjects taught, projects
Include extracurricular activities
Other Experience
Highlight responsibilities
11. Standard CVs (cont) Interests
Provide evidence – membership of clubs etc.
Focus on achievements
Other Skills/Skills Profile
Computing – be specific, name packages
Languages – what level of fluency
Driving Licence
Referees
Normally 2 referees required
Seek permission in advance
Provide them with details of yourself and job
Many references by telephone
12. CV Tips
Customise CV for every job
Every CV should be different
Use space effectively
Most relevant information gets most space
Avoid clutter
Standardise font size and type
Organise information well
Use headings and bullet points
Start with most recent details
Highlight most relevant information
Provide specific evidence of skills
Spell check
Restrict to 2 pages
13. Helpful hints Use action verbs: achieved, created, managed, produced, demonstrated, supervised, trained, investigated, co-ordinated, monitored, reported, etc
Adjectives- to describe yourself: adaptable, committed, determined, motivated, resourceful, precise, supportive, etc
14. Reasons for Rejection of CV Too much/too little information
Irrelevant Information
Poor presentation
Spelling mistakes
Not targeted to position
No personality or enthusiasm
15. Helpful Hints - Application Forms Photocopy form - experiment with copy
Read complete form before writing
Follow instructions: black ink, capitals
Answer all questions
Use space sensibly
Draft answers to open questions
Use simple words, short sentences
Check appearance - first impressions count
Check spellings and grammar
Copy completed form
16. Cover Letters Letter supports CV
1 page, typed, on plain white paper
Send to the right person
Highlight skills and experience
Structure it well
Explain qualification, specify vacancy
Why are you interested in the company/job?
Why should they consider you? (relevant skills)
What next? – ask for interview
17. Online Applications Increasingly popular with large employers
Fast and efficient – scan for key words
Preselection - can incorporate personality tests
Self-assessment - match to different jobs
Helpful hints
Download form and practice
Prepare answers, cut and paste
Use buzz words, e.g. name specific packages
Spell check, proofread
Print preview, save regularly
print completed copy and send
Very time-consuming – allow plenty of time
Practice with ‘Select Simulator’ on careers website
18. Interviews Business meeting with an agenda
Employer: reviews candidate’s experience and abilities
Can you do the job?
Will you do the job?
How will you fit into the organisation?
Employer’s objective is to fill the position
You: impress employer and assess position on offer
What does this position offer me?
How does it fit with my career plans?
You have passed the first hurdle
You must prove that you are the most suitable candidate for this position
19. Preparation Review own skills, experiences and qualities
Check CV/application form
Identify relevant skills and experiences
Consider motivation and interest in job/course
Research organisation
Reports, websites, newspapers
Personal visit, contacts
Prepare questions and practice
Be confident and positive
You’ve succeeded so far
They want to fill the position
20. Dress Code Remember simple things can turn someone off…..
Men without ties
Strong perfume/aftershave
Brown shoes
Skirt too short/too long
Coloured socks
Crazy humorous ties
Cigarette smoke
BE GENERIC
21. Body Language Body Language (55%)
Tone of voice (38%)
Words (7%)
22. Body language – Remember: Good handshake
Adopt the “business gaze”.
Maintain a good posture
Try to use interviewers name.
Remain calm, relax – breathe!
Listen to the questions
Don’t interrupt
23. Watch what you say Do not waffle
Do not ramble
Do not get sidetracked
Don’t be monosyllabic
Don’t talk forever
However friendly the interviewer may be
they are not your friend and this is not a chat!
24. The Big Day – Common Questions Tell me about yourself
Why did you apply for this job
What are your main strengths/weaknesses
Why should we employ you
How would your friends describe you
Where do you see yourself in 5 years
25. Competency Based Interviews MOST COMMON NOW
Give me an example of when you demonstrated ………. (skill – problem solving; teamwork; presentation)
These are the competencies this organisation is looking for
26. Be Specific
Do not talk about I would, I could I might!!
Have very specific “on one occasion I did……” examples prepared in advance
27. S.T.A.R approach
28. Questions about Teaching What strengths can you bring to the school?
How will you manage your classroom?
What teaching methods do you favour?
How will you cater for different abilities?
How will you deal with special needs?
How important are parents in education?
How will you assess your progress?
What are your expectations of the school?
How do you want to develop as a teacher?
What is your priority for your first year?
29. Things to remember Compose yourself – drink water, breathe slowly
Emphasise the positive – sell yourself
Be enthusiastic – willing to learn
Elaborate appropriately – don’t bore them
Be honest
Show you can get on with people
Seek clarification when necessary
Prepare questions to ask
30. What creates a bad impression Poor personal appearance
Negative attitude – evasive, using excuses
Lack of interest and enthusiasm
Lack of preparation
Poor knowledge of role
Failure to give concrete examples of skills
Over emphasis on money/rewards
Lack of career plan
31. Other Types Of Interviews Group
6-8 candidates
Group observed while discussing topic
Be aware of group interaction
Panel
2-5 interviewers
Try to identify different roles
Respond to interviewer
Include others through eye contact
32. Learning from the experience
What could you have done better?
What did you do well?
Are there skills you need to develop?
Look for feedback
33. Action Plan/What next? Skills Assessment
Research Specific Careers/Organisations
Set short/long term goals
Update your CV
Prepare answers to typical interview questions
34. Sources of Information Teaching Fair:
Wednesday, 12th March in EG0 10 from 12.00 to 3.00
Teaching opportunities in Ireland, UK, UAE and International Schools
CV Reviews in Careers Service
Any day between 1.00 and 2.00 in E0019
Careers website:www.ul.ie/careers
Destinations website
Online Psychometric Tests
35. Sources of Teaching Vacancies National and local newspapers
Teaching websites
Contact TP school
Apply on spec to local schools
www.ateci.ie Association of Teachers’ Education Centres in Ireland
Teaching section in UL Careers website
www.ul.ie/careers
Jobs section
36. Education websites Irish
www.education.ie
www.teachingcouncil.ie
www.educationposts.ie
www.ateci.ie
www.asti.ie
www.into.ie
www.tui.ie
www.teachingjobs.ie
www.era-educationrecruitment.ie
www.nistr.org.uk
www.noredco.com
Other
www.teach.gov.uk
www.tda.gov.uk
www.t-e-n.co.uk
www.jobs.ac.uk/sector/school
www.mps-education.com
www.atozteacherstuff.com
www.supplyteacheragency.com
www.selecteducation.com
www.jobsineducation.co.uk
www.ttmteach.co.uk
www.sabis.net
www.medway.gov.uk/teachingcareers