Curriculum Vitae
Kudos CV Builder
At TTC we ensure all year 10 students create a CV and this is updated regularly. Kudos has a great CV builder available. Log in to Kudos at www.kudos.cascaid.co.uk and select ‘CV Builder’.
Below you can find a word version of the Kudos CV and an example of what a good CV looks like.
Kudos CV Template.docxCV Example.docxCV Resource
This document explains what needs to go into each individual section of your CV. Remember that some of these sections may not apply to you, so only include the ones that are relevant. The easiest way to write your CV is back-to-front, so start with the simpler sections at the bottom and work your way up to the top.
CV Resource.docxKey Skills Examples
This is a list of skills that you could include on your CV, separated by category. All of these skills are transferable between different job sectors. Remember to describe your aptitude for each skill that you include; rather than just ‘Communication’ you could write ‘Good communication skills’. Also remember to focus on skills that you either excel at or are relevant to the job you are applying for.
Key Skills Examples.docxPersonal Profile Examples
Here are some examples of great personal profiles to include at the top of your CV. Use these for reference but do not copy them!
Personal Profile Examples.docxGood/Bad Words
These images highlight some good and bad examples of words to use within your CV – in particular within your ‘Personal Profile’ section. This information has come straight from employers, and so make sure to include a variety of relevant buzzwords that they will be looking for.
CV Checklist
Once you have finished your CV, use this checklist to make sure that it is complete.
CV Checklist.docx