CV Writing
Workshop
Learn how to craft a strong, job-ready CV using proven techniques and employer-focused strategies.
This workshop gives you the full experience of developing a polished, job-ready CV. You’ll explore structure, layout, language, and formatting, learning how to transform a basic document into a compelling professional profile. You’ll also develop an understanding of employer expectations, skills mapping, and tailored content to ensure your CV communicates clarity, value, and purpose.
After a short introduction to CV fundamentals, it’s completely hands-on. From the moment you begin, you’ll analyse job adverts, identify strengths, and shape your personal statements, seeing how subtle adjustments can elevate your application. Working alongside other participants, you’ll share insights, draft content, and refine your CV through guided feedback. By the end, you’ll have created your own structured and professional CV, ready to use for real job opportunities.
What You’ll Learn
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How to structure and format a professional CV
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Understanding employer expectations and key criteria
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Mapping your skills, strengths, and experience effectively
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Writing clear, confident statements that stand out
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Tailoring your CV to match real job adverts
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Drafting and refining a complete, job-ready CV
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Building confidence in your application process and profile
Group Size & Format
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Maximum 6/8 people
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Practical and interactive
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Learn by doing, not just watching
What’s Included
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All CV templates and example documents provided
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Step-by-step demonstrations with live guidance
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Clear explanations of CV structure, skills mapping, and employer expectations
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Workshop notes provided as a PDF for future reference
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Bottled water provided
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Hands-on practice drafting your own CV
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Individual feedback on your CV content
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Supportive peer feedback throughout
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A polished, job-ready CV for future applications
Who It's For?
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Beginners eager to create a clear, confident CV
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Individuals preparing to enter or re-enter the job market
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Anyone wanting to build confidence in presenting their skills
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Career changers exploring new professional pathways
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Students, jobseekers, or creatives strengthening their professional profile
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Anyone seeking a practical, hands-on, and supportive CV writing experience
Dates, Times & Location
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All Dates are Below
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Duration: [e.g. 2 hours]
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Location: Whitworth chambers, Northampton
Led by an an experienced senior manager with extensive recruitment insight who brings practical, employer-focused guidance
Louise Brook
Louise Brook brings extensive senior management and recruitment experience, gained through years of guiding individuals into meaningful employment and understanding exactly what employers look for in strong candidates. With a background in leadership and workforce development, she combines practical insight with a supportive approach to help participants present their skills with clarity and confidence.
Her teaching style is practical, engaging, and highly accessible. Louise offers participants a clear window into what makes a CV effective, from mapping strengths to aligning with employer expectations. Through guided exercises and real examples, she helps learners understand CV structure, job advert criteria, and professional self-presentation while building their confidence throughout the process. Participants gain valuable knowledge, clarity, and the ability to create a CV that genuinely reflects their potential.