CV and Covering Letter help please

brednall

As a mum to 2 children who did not return to her 'old' job after maternity leave, I am looking for some weekend work to help me maintain my sanity a bit.

I have my CV and have found a couple of part time jobs in local shops but no idea what to put in the covering letter/e-mail that accompanies it.

Do I be honest about what I am looking for or not?

Any help gladly appreciated.

Emma

dizzyrascal

You've already said it in your own post.
Tell them why you want the job - you are looking to return to work after having children
And you would be great for the role because of your previous experiences......etc ...and mention that your local, flexible, good team player, understand the importance of good customer service. You could even bring in your experience as a parent and consumer. How you appreciate good value, quality, that sort of thing.

MissSarah1972

Good at organisation too? Having children you need to be able to plan and organise your time. Getting them washed dressed fed and ready for the day etc.

curlyfry

hi thats great advice i am looking to do a covering letter aswell as i have been in spain working for 10 years thanks.

Slinky

It may be worth reading this

http://www.askamanager.org/2007/06/w...k-like_13.html

Caroline_a

Slinky wrote: »

It may be worth reading this

http://www.askamanager.org/2007/06/w...k-like_13.html

I would say the example gave on here as 'good' is too detailed. Most managers are busy and don't want to have to read a letter that long, as well as a CV. When I have recruited for staff I have looked for something that has correct spelling, grammar and punctuation. The details I need to select a candidate should be in the CV, not in the letter. The letter should be a formality to introduce the candidate, give availability for both employment and interviews.

Mista_C

Caroline_a wrote: »

I would say the example gave on here as 'good' is too detailed. Most managers are busy and don't want to have to read a letter that long, as well as a CV. When I have recruited for staff I have looked for something that has correct spelling, grammar and punctuation. The details I need to select a candidate should be in the CV, not in the letter. The letter should be a formality to introduce the candidate, give availability for both employment and interviews.

I have to agree with this, especially if you've got 100s to churn through.

Dear xxxxxx

[FONT=&quot]I am writing to apply for the position of [JOB TITLE] as advertised [WHERE ADVERTISED] on [ADVERT DATE]. I have enclosed my CV to provide you with information on my qualifications, experience and previous employment.[/FONT]

<between 4 - 6 lines to sell yourself along with something you've been doing relevant to the job that makes you a worthwhile candidate>

I am available for interview anytime/Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00/third rotation of the 6th moon of Saturn (whatever is appropriate but try to be as flexible as possible).
I look forward to hearing from you.

yours sincerely

I would say try and aim for a mid way point of the two letters shown in the link.