Careers Springboard is a registered charity which helps and encourages job seekers who are trying to get back into employment.
We are seeking 2 CV Advisors with at least three years of CV or related professional experience.
Careers Springboard, founded in 1991, is based at Gerrards Cross, South Bucks, but this matters little because all sessions and contact with job seekers takes place online from anywhere in the UK. We have a weekly online Zoom meeting on Monday evenings when there is a presentation on a job search related topic. Attendance on a Monday evening averages 65+. Over the past 30+ years, we have helped over 3,500 job seekers to secure new employment. Most of the job seekers are management, administrators and professionals plus some graduates.
Job seekers can request free CV advice using a simple application process outlined on our website.
The CV Advisor will :
CV Advisor applicants will submit a CV plus an expression of interest by email to Reach Volunteering. Equal opportunities principles will be adhered to.
The volunteer CV Advisor applicant will be interviewed online by one of our most senior and experienced volunteers, and will be formally 'approved' by the Executive Committee to join the team of volunteers.
Your input will make a very positive impact on those at Careers Springboard who are seeking CV help in order that they can secure job interviews.
You will help us reach out and spread the word of Careers Springboard 1-2-1 services
You can provide online personalised support, guidance and encouragement to job seekers who need a stronger, more targeted CV.
1-2-1 CV advice sessions / work usually up to 45 minutes per job seeker. A follow up CV advice session may also be provided in some instances.
The voluntary CV work with Careers Springboard is a sound and meaningful launching pad for coaching experience.
Our CV Advisors will show positivity and encouragement in order to convince the job seeker that a better CV can significantly improve their chances of securing a job interview.
As an applicant for this role, you will need to :
Our CV Advisors recognise that a CV is primarily a sales document designed to secure job interviews. Having an up-to-date and relevant CV is a key document in the job search journey for Careers Springboard members / job seekers.
Whatever their situation, our job seekers often find themselves struggling to know how to articulate in their CV what they have achieved. This means, as a volunteer CV Advisor, you will:
Applicants will demonstrate at least 3 years of HR with CV experience and skills which have been used in a professional capacity.
The free CV service may normally be provided once or twice per job seeker.
Most 1-2-1 CV guidance and advice will take up to 45 minutes. It will take place online using Zoom or by email or on the phone. Occasionally the CV Advisor will provide up to one additional hour of follow-up CV work.
Applications will show how they can help Careers Springboard members to come to grips with the situation, inspiring confidence and showing members how to organise their job search alongside a dynamic and meaningful CV.
