The type of background checks carried out will often depend on the job you’ve applied for, the level of risk in that role, and the industry or type of organisation. Some background checks, such as the Right to Work are a legal requirement. Others are simply best practice. Here are the ten most common.
When it comes to employment, first impressions really count, and the first thing any prospective employer is going to see is your application or CV. Writing your own can be tricky however, especially if you’re not naturally skilled at selling yourself.
You might be tempted to hand your CV over to a generalised AI like Chat GPT, Claude, or Copilot, or a specialised CV writing AI app such as Teal HQ, Rezi.ai, or Skillroads. But is that the best way to create a successful CV or is writing it yourself a better choice? Let’s look at the upsides and disadvantages of...
Protected characteristics are aspects of your personal identity that are safeguarded against discrimination under the UK Equality Act 2010. This safeguarding extends to most areas of your life, including how you are treated at work.
Your CV is more than just a document. It’s your professional story, guiding the reader through your education, experience, skills, and career development. It’s the first step to catching an employer’s interest and convincing them to invite you to an interview. So why would you be dishonest in your CV?
Rejection is never an easy thing to handle, especially when it comes to applying for jobs – but what if that fear was holding you back, and preventing you from finding the role you deserve?
Creating and maintaining a career plan can be overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you measure it? What can you do to stay motivated? That’s where career goals can help.
