CV & Interview Prep
Everything you need to write a standout CV and walk into your next interview with confidence — across industrial, admin, hospitality, healthcare and events roles.
General Tips That Apply to Every Role
Keep it to two pages maximum, with a clean, simple layout and consistent formatting.
Tailor your CV for every job — mirror the language used in the job advert.
Lead with your most relevant experience and skills for the role you want.
Use strong action verbs and quantify achievements where you can.
List employment history in reverse chronological order with clear dates.
Include a short personal statement summarising who you are and what you offer.
Proofread carefully — mistakes are one of the most common reasons CVs get rejected.
Save and send your CV as a PDF unless the employer asks for a Word document.
Start From a Template, Not a Blank Page
General Tips For Every Interview
Research the company and the role thoroughly before you go.
Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers.
Prepare 2–3 examples that show your skills in action.
Plan your route and aim to arrive 10–15 minutes early.
Dress appropriately for the role and the workplace.
Prepare a few thoughtful questions to ask the interviewer.
Bring a copy of your CV, photo ID, and any certificates required.
Get a good night’s sleep — confidence shows.
CV & Interview Tips By Industry
Warehouse, Production & Forklift
Employers want to see reliability, safety awareness and physical readiness for shift work. Be ready to talk about manual handling, machinery or forklift experience.
Interview questions →Office & Administration
Admin interviews focus on organisation, accuracy and IT skills. Be ready to describe how you manage competing priorities and confidential information.
Interview questions →Bars, Hotels & Events Venues
Employers look for a friendly, calm manner under pressure and genuine customer service instinct, especially in a fast-paced team.
Interview questions →Care & Support Work
Healthcare interviews focus on compassion, patience and safeguarding awareness, plus how you’d handle a challenging situation with a service user.
Interview questions →Concerts, Festivals & Venues
Events roles reward flexibility, stamina and a proactive attitude. Expect questions about long hours and staying calm in a high-energy environment.
Interview questions →Quick Links Directory
| Category | Resource | Link |
|---|---|---|
| General | National Careers Service – CV advice & sections | Visit → |
| General | National Careers Service – Interview advice | Visit → |
| General | National Careers Service – Cover letters | Visit → |
| Templates | Reed.co.uk – Free CV Builder | Visit → |
| Templates | Reed.co.uk – Free CV Template | Visit → |
| General | Indeed UK – Career Advice Hub | Visit → |
| Industrial | Indeed UK – Forklift Driver interview questions | Visit → |
| Admin | Indeed UK – Administrative Assistant interview questions | Visit → |
| Hospitality | Indeed UK – Hospitality interview questions | Visit → |
| Healthcare | nurses.co.uk – Healthcare Support Worker interview questions | Visit → |
| Events | Betterteam – Event Staff interview questions | Visit → |
Good luck with your application — and remember, our team at TCR Staffing Solutions is always happy to help with advice along the way.