It never (to occur) to me that it might be possible to get a job simply by going and asking for it, and in any normal state of mind I would never even have made the attempt. You (to point) out, and quite rightly that the job into which I (to step) so easily (to be) in a category not only unskilled but unpopular where a desperate shortage of candidates might well secure the immediate engagement of anyone other than a total paralytic; whereas what my friends perhaps (to find) is so difficult to become (to be) higher civil servants, columnists on the London dailies, officials or the British Council, fellows of colleges, or governors of the BBC. This (to be) true. I nevertheless (to feel) impressed, and not only by my having got the job, but also by the efficient way in which I (to turn) out to be able to perform it.
Discussion point: For what social groups do you think finding a job is most difficult? What do you think is important in job searching process?
№10. Use the articles where necessary
Each day of… year more than 4000 Americans reach …age of sixty-five. On that day they are not older, either physically or mentally, than they were …day before, and most of them still think of themselves as «middle-aged». But in… literature of sociologists they have moved abruptly into… new category – «…aged» or «…eldery». Henceforth they will be treated as «old» by both employers and governmental bureaucracies.
They can now be discharged without… hearing regardless of their health, vigor, intelligence, or alertness. It is not called «firing» – we prefer… euphemism «mandatory requirement» – but …result is… same: denial of… right to continue working at… job one knows best. And while earlier periods of unemployment were temporary, this one is permanent. …man or woman who reaches …age of sixty-five in good health suddenly realizes that he or she faces perhaps twenty years of unemployment – …period as long as infancy, childhood, and adolescence combined. However much he may enjoy… leisure and may have looked forward to vacations during his working years, he knows that this vacation is going to be much too long.
Discussion point: The Government of the RF has been developing the bill for later retirement in age. Think over social consequences that might be associated with it. Weighs pros and cons of it.
№11. Which of the following do you think is essential to mention in your CV?
– Website addresses of the companies you have worked for.
– Details of pre-university qualifications
– A photograph
– Date of Birth
– Mail address
– Telephone number and e-mail address
– Names of referees
– Internships/ work placements
– Computer programs and software used
– Charity work
– Interests
– Position of responsibility
– Title, e.g. Mr/Miss/Ms
№12. Applying for a job. Look at the job vacancies below. Which one would you choose and why? Write a cover a letter and CV. Vacancy 1. About the Company
At FRESH START in Education we specialize in the re-engagement of students who are out of education. This includes students who are at risk of exclusion or have already been permanently or temporarily excluded, schools refuses, young offenders, those with emotional or behavioral difficulties, serious health issues or those who are generally disengaged from education. We work with all ages from early years through to adult/
We provide bespoke, child-centered, high quality education programmes, which ensure that all the students that we work with have outstanding opportunities to re-integrate into regular or specialist education. We provide the encouragement and tools for students to develop and apply the knowledge, skills and understanding that will help them become successful at learning, confident as individuals and to live productive and responsible lives.
Fresh Start in Education are a nationally recognised alternative education provider specialising in delivering programmes specifically designed for students with Special Educational Needs and those disenfranchised from mainstream education. Our purpose is to inspire, equip and provide life changing opportunities for students who have no hope and who have not had a good start in life. Through positive re-engagement and facilitating diverse and complex learning needs Fresh Start in Education strives to make a difference in each young person’s life.
We are looking for qualified and skilled individuals, with relevantprofessional experience, toteach and mentor students who are disengaged from education and those with SEN and SEBD.
Your responsibilities will include:
– Producing lesson plans, risk assessments and reports for each education and engagement session.
– Delivering weekly 1:1 sessions – there will be between 2 to 5 sessions per week and each session can vary from 3 to 6 hours in length.
– Attending occasional training days and professional meetings upon request.
– Ensuring your own Continual Professional Development using the company’s resources and your own initiative.
You will need to be able to demonstrate:
– A commitment to working alongside students with SEN and SEBD
– A flexible and creative approach to teaching
– Emotional resilience
– Relevant teaching knowledge and skills
– Excellent communication and organisational skills
– A positive and caring attitude
Benefits include:
– Additional payment for session preparation and reporting, additional budgets for materials, resources and activities.
– Subsidised travel expenses.
– Opportunity for CPD training and development to enrich yourself and further your career in Special Education.
– To work with a nationally recognised organisation and body of Specialists who are likeminded professionals dedicated to provide an excellent and effective service.
If you are interested in this position and would like to work as an Education Specialist for Fresh Start in Education, please call the recruitment team on 0203 4096410or click «Apply’ now.
The safety of students and staff and their general well-being is our prime concern therefore everything we do has safeguarding at the core. We have robust safeguarding, lone working, supervision and observation policies which safeguards all students and staff. We monitor and we encourage all staff and students to inform us of anything that may give them any concern. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind on any grounds whatsoever, nor will we tolerate bullying or harassment of anyone by anyone. We also have an accessible Public Interest Disclosure (Whistle Blowing) Policy encouraging anyone involved with the organisation to escalate any problems outside the organisation if it cannot be resolved internally.
