Application forms

Receiving an Application Form

Some employers may ask you to complete an Application Form before offering you an interview.

Here are some tips to improve the chances of your application being read.

Preparation

• Read the instructions carefully
• Photocopy the form if possible and practice on a rough copy first

Filling it in

• Use a black pen (it is easier to photocopy) and write clearly and neatly. Keep the form clean and unfolded
• Follow the instructions exactly, for example, complete fully in block capitals if asked to do so
• Answer all questions which apply to you, keeping your answers short and to the point
• Make sure you include any relevant experience and give examples where required
• Avoid short cuts like enclosing your CV and referring to it on the Application Form
• Some Employers may want you to include a personal profile
• Try to avoid using words which might put an employer off, for example, sacked/ dismissed
• Support your application with examples (If you need more space to attach a separate piece of paper - don't try and cram everything into the space provided)

If you have a disability

• You may want to tell the employer in advance of any particular arrangements you need for interview.

And finally

• Check all answers carefully, making sure all dates agree, there are no spelling mistakes and that you have answered all the questions.
• Make sure you have stated clearly which job you are applying for.
• Use a large envelope - don't try and cram your finished application into a small one and spoil its appearance.
• Take a copy for your own records and make sure the form is sent in time - before the closing date. If it arrives late it probably won't be considered and you will have wasted your own time!

Completing an Application Form

The following is an example of a vacancy and a completed application for the job.

The Vacancy

WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT

£....PER WEEK

Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm (plus occasional Saturdays)

PERSON REQUIRED FOR GENERAL WAREHOUSE WORK, PACKING ORDERS FOR DISPATCH (e.g. HOUSEHOLD GOODS & TOILETRIES). HEAVY LIFTING INVOLVED. MUST BE HARD WORKING AND AVAILABLE TO WORK OVERTIME ON SATURDAYS

Application Forms available from: T J WILLIAMS, UNIT 2B, NEWTOWN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NEWTOWN, NW4

The Application Form

 Application form (5.84kb)