CV Template
A structured starting point for presenting your education, experience, skills and achievements.
Mont Rose College Employability
Employability Resources
At Mont Rose College, we believe that every student deserves the tools, guidance, and confidence to pursue meaningful career opportunities. Our Employability Resources hub brings together practical support, expert insights, and easy-to-use materials designed to help you progress professionally.
Whether you are preparing to enter the workforce, upskilling for a new direction, or looking to enhance your existing experience, this page is your gateway to taking the next step with clarity and purpose.
Resource hub includes
8career development mini-guides
2professional templates
30+job platforms and support resources
Mini-guide series
Career development support in focused steps
Our Mini-Guide Series offers quick, focused guidance to help you navigate essential aspects of your career journey. Each guide breaks down key topics into clear, actionable steps, perfect for when you need support that is simple, accessible, and ready when you are.
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Undertaking a Job Search
Planning and search strategy 02LinkedIn Hacks & Networking
Profile building and outreach 03Writing Your CV
Structure, evidence and impact 04Writing a Cover Letter
Targeted applications 05Dressing for Interview
Presentation and confidence 06Employment Contracts
Terms and workplace basics 07Employment Rights
Rights, responsibilities and support 08Writing Meeting Agendas & Meeting Minutes
Professional communicationTemplates & tools
Practical documents for strong applications
Use these downloadable resources to create clear, professional documents that support your next application, personal statement, or career move.
Personal Statement Template
A clear framework to help you explain your motivation, strengths and future goals.
Job search platforms
Explore trusted boards, aggregators and specialist routes
These platforms offer opportunities for students, graduates, career changers, and experienced professionals across multiple industries. Use the filters or search field to find the most relevant starting point.
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General Job Boards
Vacancies across a wide range of industries, from entry-level to senior roles.
Indeed
One of the world's largest job search engines, aggregating roles from across the web.
Visit platformTotaljobs
A major UK job board offering thousands of vacancies across all sectors.
Visit platformReed
Provides job listings, career tools, and training across a broad range of industries.
Visit platformCV-Library
A popular UK-wide job board with extensive listings and employer access to CVs.
Visit platformJobsite
A long-standing UK job board offering roles from employers and recruiters nationwide.
Visit platformMonster
Global job board offering UK vacancies plus useful career advice resources.
Visit platformJobsToday
A UK job board with roles from local and national employers across different sectors.
Visit platformAdzuna
Job search engine that aggregates listings from across the web and provides salary insights.
Visit platformJooble
A global job aggregator pulling vacancies from thousands of job sites and company pages.
Visit platformSpecialist & Industry-Focused Job Boards
Useful for students targeting a particular field or industry.
SecsintheCity
The UK's specialist job board for PAs, EAs, and administrative professionals.
Visit platformCityJobs
Focused on finance, banking, and professional service roles in major UK cities.
Visit platformThe Guardian Jobs
High-quality vacancies in education, charities, public sector, media, and culture.
Visit platformGraduate & Early Career Platforms
Ideal for students preparing to enter the workforce or seeking internships and graduate roles.
Bright Network
Graduate jobs, employer listings, virtual internships and skills programmes.
Visit platformProspects
Career research, graduate vacancies, and job profiles for informed career planning.
Visit platformThe Forage
Virtual internship programmes offering real-world industry experience online.
Visit platformThe Times Top 100 Graduate Employers
Directory of the UK's most prestigious graduate recruiters.
Visit platformRateMyPlacement
Internship, placement, and early career opportunities across many sectors.
Visit platformGradLink UK
Graduate opportunities for UK and international students worldwide.
Visit platformArtJobs
Jobs, internships, and opportunities in the arts, design, and cultural sectors.
Visit platformInclusive & Accessibility-Focused Employment Platforms
Specialist resources supporting disabled, neurodivergent, or underrepresented applicants.
Civil Service Diverse Internship Programme
Paid internships supporting diversity and inclusion.
Visit platformCharity Job
Careers in charity, non-profit, and voluntary sector organisations.
Visit platformAuticon
IT career opportunities for autistic job seekers.
Visit platformChange100 Internships
Paid placements for students and graduates with disabilities.
Visit platformDisability Confident Employers
Jobs with employers committed to inclusive hiring.
Visit platformMyPlus Students' Club
Events, resources, and job opportunities for disabled students.
Visit platformEnna
Specialist job board supporting neurodivergent applicants.
Visit platformEvenbreak
Inclusive job board for disabled candidates seeking accessible employment.
Visit platformSchemes for Talent
Opportunities in film, television, and media industries.
Visit platformMature students
Resources for Mature Students
At Mont Rose College, we recognise that mature students bring valuable experience, resilience, and motivation to their studies. Whether you are returning to education, changing careers, or developing new skills, we are here to support your career journey at every stage.
Every student's background is different, and our goal is to understand where you are now and where you aspire to be. From career change guidance to job search support, we offer tailored resources to help you progress with clarity and confidence.
Careers Information for Mature Students
Job hunting can present unique challenges for mature students, but it also comes with distinct advantages. Many mature learners have strong professional backgrounds, time management skills, and the ability to balance multiple responsibilities, qualities highly valued by employers.
Below are useful resources to support your job search, applications, career planning and understanding your rights at work.
One-to-one session with an Employability Advisor
You can also book a one-to-one session with one of our Employability Advisors for personalised help with CVs, interviews, job search strategies, or general career exploration.
Book one-to-one sessionVideo Support
Guidance & Support for Mature Learners
Understanding Your Employment Rights
CIPD - Age and EmploymentGuidance on age discrimination and rights in the workplace.> ACAS - Age Discrimination GuidePractical information on age-related workplace issues.> GOV.UK - Equality Act 2010 GuidanceKey information on legal protections around age and employment.> Age UK - Rights at WorkWorkplace rights and protections for older workers.> Centre for Ageing Better - Age-Friendly EmployersOrganisations committed to inclusive hiring and age-positive workplaces.>
Resources for Working Parents
For mature students who are also parents
Balancing study, work, and family responsibilities can be especially demanding. These resources are designed to support student parents in managing their academic and professional goals.
Times Higher Education - Guide to Supporting Student ParentsGuide to supporting student parents.> The Student Parent PodcastStories, support, and advice from student parents.> Careers After BabiesResearch and advocacy for parents returning to or progressing in the workplace.> Cover Letter Guidance for Career ChangersHelpful for parents transitioning careers.>
Not sure where to start?
Use the resources above as a starting point, then speak to the Employability team for guidance tailored to your goals, experience, and next steps.