What Work Nottinghamshire for Young People 2015/16 | Page 25

Information and guidance for young people aged 13-19

Employers like someone who...
Putting all of this advice into action will help you to secure a job and stay in it!

Employers like
someone who...*

What you can do

is experienced

Show initiative by getting a part-time job or
volunteering.
Use achievements in or out of school to show
the skills you’ve developed – for example
giving presentations or writing for the school
newsletter.

is self-assured and
self-motivated

Take pride in yourself: fill in application forms
clearly, look smart and always be on time.
Once you’re working, be willing to develop
your skills and show your strengths.

is resilient

Don’t give up easily. Learn from your
mistakes, adapt to change and be willing to
learn new skills.

is co-operative

Use examples from school or out of school
to show how you can listen to, and work well
with others.

is aspirational

Show that you want the best for yourself and
be proud that you have goals to aim towards.

is informed

Research your options well so that you
understand where you are heading and how
you can move forwards.

is achieving

You understand the qualifications and skills
needed to do certain jobs.

is entrepreneurial

Once you’re working, show that you
understand how you fit into the organisation
and can help it to be successful.

is accountable

Be reliable. Turn up on time every day. Ring
into work if you’re unwell (but not just a
sore throat) to let them know you won’t be
coming in.

*These goals are part of the D2N2 Employability Framework

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