Anyone help me with a good covering letter please?

red_devil

As above?

No idea what to say its been a long time since I have had to do one and I am sure also there are some tips for a good one how to stand out etc?

Thanks.

honeyD

Maybe you could give more info like what position it is you are applying for and your relevant experience?

red_devil

its for a street ranger/guide working outdoors in the city on a series of projects funded by business people.

Assisting in activities and reporting issues also acting as a highly visible crime deterrent also managing events. Your a lionk between businesses and public services.

Thanks.

honeyD

When I was writing my cover letters I was sent this by a friend:

Cover letters are often overdone. Their primary purpose is to provide a sample of your best business writing skills and not to summarize your work history. Make every effort to address your cover letter to an actual person. Try to get the correct name and title of the employer’s contact. Your cover letter should not be longer one-half of one typed page.

If you were referred to the employer, be certain to mention the name of the person referring you. This could be a current employee or a person the recruiter may know. Even if it is only word of mouth, most recruiters will be favorably impressed to know you were inquiring about the organization and that it enjoys a positive reputation.

A bad cover letter, one that is too lengthy, too boastful, or too desperate, will hurt you every time.

Your cover letter should briefly but firmly state your interest in the employer and the position. Highlight two or three items from your background that may catch the recruiter’s eye. Keep it short and to the point. Don’t be reluctant to sell yourself. Show your enthusiasm for the job while maintaining a businesslike tone in the cover letter. Display confidence in your capabilities and in your belief that you are an ideal candidate for the position. The cover letter is an ideal way to begin displaying your self-confidence.
When submitting online, make sure you upload or attach your r!sum! and cover letter as one file. You can easily do this by pasting your r!sum! below your brief cover letter. Most application-tracking systems only allow for a single document per applicant.

Before submitting or sending any material, proofread your r!sum! and cover letter several times. Ask a friend or colleague to double-check them. Even one or two errors or typos can derail your application.
If you still feel hesitant to attempt a cover letter, don’t worry. If you write a strong objective at the top of your r!sum!, that should stand on its own merit. Most recruiters tell me they would rather prefer a thoughtful, put-together r!sum! to an overdone cover letter.

There should be three paragraphs in a cover letter. First, there is the introductory paragraph. In this paragraph explain who you are, identify the position you are seeking, and state how you found out about this job. The second is the main paragraph. Here you should highlight your accomplishments that pertain to the position for which you are applying. Focus on your professional and personal strengths. Show why you would be a valuable asset to this organization. In the closing paragraph, remind the employer in one sentence of what you can offer the organization.

I found it best to jot some key words down and then try to fit them into sentences, or even just some sentences like why you want the job, or why you want to work in this particular field. My first draft was a mush of jumbled up nothingness really lol but I was able to pick bits from it to use on my "proper" letter.
Im not the greatest person with words so I had someone look mine over before I sent it and took their thoughts onboard and changed it over and over.
I also had a few papers my Husband got from The Learning Shop when he had to attend there for a few days. These had cover letter examples and I took little snips from those that I thought were good.

honeyD

Oh, I wanted to say too that the job sounds really interesting!

honeyD

Some basic stuff I have on my cover letters.. (sorry this is in 3 posts!)
Dear Name,


Re: Position


I am writing with reference to the above vacancy for the position of position, as advertised with company.

Paragraph on why you want the job/experience you have and a bit about yourself. (For mine I put something about having a caring disposition since its for working with the elderly. Enjoy taking on responsibilty, willing to learn/train etc.)


I have enclosed my CV for your consideration and I am happy to answer any questions you have about me. I am available for interview at any time and look forward to hearing from you soon.
Thank you for considering my application and giving me the opportunity to apply for this job.


Yours sincerely,





Hope that is of some help! These things are difficult.