All Careers Advice

  • Rediscover your passion by setting fresh career goals

    We have probably all had days where the idea of going into work is as appealing as a slap in the face, but what if you start to feel like this every day?
  • Stretching the boundaries

    Despite popular opinion, learning disability nurses are needed at a range of settings. They should not limit their imagination when it comes to job searches
  • Caring from the first moments

    Children’s nursing offers a wealth of career opportunities. Here we consider some options available for nurses who want to specialise in this field
  • First steps into the world of nursing

    There are many career paths open to new nurses, but all of them are based on the core values of patient-centred care
  • Top tips from a nurse director for staying on top of your game

    Claire Johnston, who has been director of nursing and people at Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust for 15 years, offers her secrets on staying on top.
  • How to land that job

    Getting in touch with a prospective employer before applying for a new position or attending an interview can help to make you stand out from the crowd.
  • Psychometric testing in interviews

    Employers often use psychometric testing to vet potential employees and help them understand a little more about your personality and ability to fit into the role they are offering – and this type of testing is becoming increasing popular.
  • Negotiating the best starting salary

    Understandably, many people find discussing salaries uncomfortable and embarrassing during an interview. However, most interviewers expect some bartering and, if it motivates you to put more into the job, it is worthwhile for both the applicant and the employer.
  • How good is your CV?

    Writing a good CV is tricky: the message must be right but so must its appearance.
  • Do's and don'ts for developing a CV

    A Curriculum Vitae is a self-marketing tool and getting an interview can depend on how good your CV is. You will need to consider what to include, how much detail is needed and how to make your CV stand out from all the others.
  • Creating rapport in an interview

    Rapport is the connection between two people; the spoken and unspoken words that say ‘we are on the same page’. In an interview situation you can employ numerous techniques to maximize the rapport between yourself and your interviewer.
  • Creating an alluring covering letter

    The main aim of a covering letter is to encourage recruiters to read your CV. However, it needs to do a lot more than say, 'here is my CV!'. In short, it is the biggest chance you have to sell yourself.