can anyone advise me please on interviews and application forms x

[victoriawade]

after staying at home with my boys for 8 years im almost finished level 3 ccld.

ive recieved an application form for a daycare centre that looks fantastic and is really up to date. http://www.jmgsystems.co.uk/juniorsdaycare_home.html

im dreading interviews as i'll be so nervous and i know it will get the better of me! ive done out a cv which sounds ok but looking at this form now im frettting on how to sell myself!

it asks............. Why do you wish to apply for this position?

how can i sell myself on this question?? alot of people will already be in this environment so im really stuck on what to write. also it says to state past.present and future courses. past and present are fine but what do they look for in the future??

id appreciate anyones advice,i really want to work but am so daunted about the whole process running up! x

[Heidi]

Originally Posted by victoriawade

after staying at home with my boys for 8 years im almost finished level 3 ccld.

ive recieved an application form for a daycare centre that looks fantastic and is really up to date. http://www.jmgsystems.co.uk/juniorsdaycare_home.html

im dreading interviews as i'll be so nervous and i know it will get the better of me! ive done out a cv which sounds ok but looking at this form now im frettting on how to sell myself!

it asks............. Why do you wish to apply for this position?

how can i sell myself on this question?? alot of people will already be in this environment so im really stuck on what to write. also it says to state past.present and future courses. past and present are fine but what do they look for in the future??

id appreciate anyones advice,i really want to work but am so daunted about the whole process running up! x

Just be honest - why do you want the job? You've applied, so you must think that you are able to fulfil the position?

How can you sell yourself? What skills do you have? and that doesn't just mean with children. Are you good at organising? Or do you feel more comfortable being directed? Do you work well in a team? etc You have a current qualification and therefore are able to know and demonstrate current legislation for the sector.

What are they looking for in the future? Are you willing to comtinue to learn and improve by refreshing and/or further studying? Are you hoping to work up to a room manager or take on a Senco position. Or are you just happy to work with children in the early years sector and willing to work under the supervision of others?

I hope this helps you to think of your reasons for applying and remember the confidence you should now feel having gained the necessary qualification.