Covering Letters

When you apply for a vacancy you should send a covering letter with your CV or application form.  It should:

• Have your name, address, phone number and email address on it.
• Be neat and well presented – check your spelling.
• Say which job you’re applying for and where you saw it advertised.
• Briefly explain why you want the job.
• Let the employer know that you’ve attaching your CV or completed application form.

Tips for writing your covering letter

• Keep it short and to the point.
• Think carefully about what you want to say – do a rough copy first.
• Word process it unless the employer asks for it to be hand written.
• Use plain white paper and envelopes, it will be easier to read and look more professional.
• Read through your finished letter and get someone else to check it too.
• Remember to keep a copy.

Remember to keep an up-to-date list of the vacancies you’ve applied for.