Why not try learndirect's Online CV Builder?
Step 1... Content
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Organise what you want to say under headings.
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Write positively about yourself, show what you can do and what you are good at.
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Write clearly and to the point.
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Only include what you need to; height, weight, sex, whether you are married or single are not needed.
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Date of birth is not necessary but some people choose to include it.
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Update your C.V. regularly as your circumstances change.
Step 2... Length
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1 – 2 pages is a good length. 3 pages is too long.
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Keep sentences and paragraphs short and to the point.
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Make sure you have included enough information e.g. information about your job duties and not just the dates and job titles.
Step 3... Presentation
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Use a computer to word process your C.V.
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Type it carefully
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Font size 12-14 is best.
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Use one space after a comma and two spaces after a full stop
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Take a space between paragraphs.
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Use a clear and easy to read font e.g. Arial, Times New Roman, Garamond.
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Photographs and fancy binders are not needed.
Step 4... Checking
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Check spelling yourself – don’t rely on the spellchecker.
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Check that your sentences are well written and make sense.
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Ask someone to proof read it and offer ideas before you print your final copy and send it off.
Step 5... Paper
