Aspire knowledge

Name a popular job search website.

• Perfect job

• Indeed

• Jobs R Us

• Giant

Answer explanation

Indeed is the world's number 1 job site, with 250 million monthly visitors

Name something you should include in a CV.

• Eye colour

• Favourite video game

• Your work experience

• How many pets you have

Answer explanation

Including too much personal info that is unrelated to the job is a waste of space and could harm your chances of getting a job. You're not on a dating site so a potential employer doesn't need to know your age, height, weight and favourite food.

What does PPE stand for?

• Personality protective earmuffs

• Personal protective equipment

• Personal party ensemble

• Personal private equipment

Answer explanation

PPE is important because it protects you from hazards you are exposed to at work and is a health and safety requirement.

What is a cover letter?

• A letter introducing you to an employer

• The writing on the cover of a book or leaflet

• A letter about all you hobbies and friends

• The capital letter at the beginning of a sentence

Answer explanation

Including a cover letter with your CV, will give your application an edge. You can highlight your skills anfdqualifications and demonstrate your enthusiasm.

What does the term 'Bank Staff' mean?

• Workers in a financial institution

• Gardeners who look after and mow lawns.

• People who give out food to the homeless

• Workers who can be contacted by an employer when they are needed

Answer explanation

Bank staff often work in the care industry or jobs that are seasonal. The good thing is that hours are flexible but unfortunately bank staff do not enjoy the security of a permanent job.

What are transferable skills?

• Money paid to transfer a footballer from one team to another

• Being able to book a holiday on line.

• Skills that can be transferred from one job to another

• Being able to take amazing selfies

Answer explanation

Transferable skills are skills like problem solving, teamwork and good communication, that can be used in lots of different jobs.

What is a Risk Assessment?

• Deciding what movie to watch on Netflix

• Identifying what bank or building society to put your earnings into

• Thinking about being rude to your employer

• Identifying hazards at work and implementing measures to reduce them.

Answer explanation

An employer is required by law to protect their employers and others from harm.

Why do you need a uniform for work?

• So that you can match your friends

• Because you don't have anything else to wear

• To protect you from harm and identify you as an employee

• So that you look fashionable

Answer explanation

Except for PPE, there is no obligation for employers to pay for uniforms, but usually the employer will provide a couple of sets of uniform.

What is the process for reporting work based accidents?

• Tell all your friends about the accident

• Report it and complete the online accident form immediately

• Go home and completely forget about it

• Tell someone else and hope that they report it for you

Answer explanation

It is important to report accidents and injuries at work because it helps employers to identify hazards and also protect employees rights if they need to claim compensation.

What is good personal presentation for work?

• Dressing smartly in clean clothes

• Wear the most fashionable designer labels

• Having good personal hygiene

• Stand up straight, make eye contact and smile.

Answer explanation

Personal presentation is important because you only have one chance to make a good first impression.