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Interview in less than 24 hours

Do you have an interview invitation and need to prepare quickly? In the following article, we will share our top tips and guidance for your interview, as well as a preparation checklist. An interview is a conversation which helps your employers find out more about you. Your interviewers will ask you a number of questions…>

Advice before an interview

Have you recently submitted a job application and are waiting for an interview invitation? Whilst some people like taking part in interviews, some may find them overwhelming. In this article, we offer some sound advice before an interview. We shall look at what you should do before your next interview in terms of research and…>

Career Advice Hour: Master the art of interviewing | Webinar summary and recording

‘Master the art of interviewing’ Webinar Summary and Recording Interviewing is a skill that can be refined with practice! Unlock your career potential by joining us for a dynamic 1-hour webinar, where Career Coach Cathy Balfe will guide you through the essential steps to interview success. What you’ll gain: The 4Ps: Learn a proven 4-step…>

PhD interview questions

If you are here because you were offered a PhD interview, congratulations!. This interview is your opportunity to show you are the perfect fit for the programme. This article can help you prepare to answer common PhD interview questions. What to expect in your PhD interview PhD application requirements vary based on institutional, regional and…>

How to deal with difficult interview questions

Got an interview and wondering how to deal with difficult interview questions? You can prepare for a standard interview; however, the interviewer may have some unexpected and difficult interview questions for you. In the article below, we shall explore how to prepare for unusual questions which at first may come across as irrelevant to the…>

How to Ace Your Interview Presentation

Top Tips on How to Ace Your Interview Presentation “It usually takes me more than three weeks to prepare a good impromptu speech.” – Mark Twain Mark Twain’s words couldn’t be more fitting when it comes to interview presentations. Even the most natural and effortless presentations often come from meticulous preparation.  Many candidates focus heavily…>

Five Top Tips for Writing a Personal Statement

jobs.ac.uk have put together this article, to help you write and update your personal statement tailored towards a further education career. What is a personal statement? Many people confuse the personal statement with the cover letter. The personal statement or profile (in other words) is part of your CV and summarises your key skills and…>

How to prepare for a job interview

Get Interview Ready! Chris Webb outlines the steps FE professionals can take to feel more prepared for job interviews and practical tips for enhancing interview success. We’ve all been there – the nervous excitement (or sometimes just nerves!), the anticipation of what might come up, the creeping sense that you might have forgotten something important…>

Tips for Writing Cover Letters

Your cover letter is an important document – a key part of your application to a prospective employer. It is surprising that jobseekers often pay scant attention to it. Many candidates fail even to write one and only submit their CV or application form. Craft a strong cover letter and your application could really stand…>

Top 10 questions to ask at a job interview

Deciding on questions to ask the interviewer can be one of the most stressful parts of the interview process. Often candidates hurry through this part, relieved to have the interview over as quickly as possible. Others ‘go through the motions’ by asking unoriginal questions to fill the time. Asking intelligent and thoughtful questions reinforces your…>