STUDENT NAME: Ellis Conlon
STUDENT NUMBER: 18000594
NCFE Level 1 Award in Employability
Skills Booklet

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This short qualification is designed to help prepare you to enter the world of work.
Qualification objectives
The objectives of this qualification is to help you to:
 Develop and enhance skills required for the working environment
 Develop your confidence for employment and motivation
 Improve your communication skills and personal effectiveness
 Provide a basis for further study
KEY TERMS
You may be asked to do one of the following through the completion of this booklet. Refer
to this table for further guidance.
Explanation of terms
Define Give the meaning of a word or phrase.
Demonstrate Show an understanding of the subject.
Describe Provide details about the subject or item.
Explain Provide details about the subject with reasons showing how or why.
Give (examples
of...)
Provide relevant examples to support the subject.
Identify List or name the main points.
Indicate Point out or show using words, illustrations or diagrams.
Locate Find or identify.
List Make a list of words, sentences or comments.
Outline Identify or describe the main points.
Plan Think about, organise and present information in a logical way. This
could be presented as written information, a diagram or an
illustration.
Show Give information that includes clear knowledge about the subject.
State Give the main points in brief, clear sentences.
Use Take an item, resource or piece of information and link to the question
or task

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Unit 1 Understanding Mindset
This unit aims to provide learners with an understanding of how employability can be
affected by their mindset, focusing on the key qualities sought by employers.
The learner will:
1. Understand how mindset can improve employability
The learner can:
1.1 State what mindset qualities are attractive to employers
1.2 Identify what qualities they already have
1.3 Outline why honesty, commitment, flexibility and accountability are key qualities to
employers
1.4 Give examples of when they have been honest, committed, flexible and accountable
1.5 Outline how own mindset qualities could affect their employability
1.6 Identify actions to improve own mindset qualities
1.1 : In clear sentences, state what mindset qualities are attractive to employers
The mindset qualities I believe that are fundamental to employees are a positive outlook
on ever task you may be set and the mindset to be able to complete it. Another thing that
is very attractive to employers would be that you have a passion for the job role you are
trying out for this shows a height of commitment.
1.2 : Identify the qualities you already have that are attractive to potential employers
I believe that some of the mindset qualities that are attractive to employers are that I am
always very committed to a task and I will manage to finish said task with minimal fuss. I
believe I am also a very passionate person who enjoys anything I can do which makes any
task a completable one.
1.3 : Outline why honesty, commitment, flexibility and accountability are key qualities to
employers
Honesty is a key component to employability as it shows sense of responsibility which
shows you are a very trusting person in the workplace. Commitment is a key component
as employers need to always be assured that the person will always commit to the tasks
they are doing at that moment without dropping them no matter how big or small it may
be. Flexibility is a key quality as they need to know you can be readily available whenever
they may need you this shows passion and drive to go out and succeed. Accountability
ties in with honesty, they come hand in hand if you are honest and accountable for your
own actions this shows the employer that you are trusting and honest.
1.4 : Give examples of when you have been honest, committed, flexible and accountable
An example of a time I have been honest is when I signed up for work placement then
later realized I no longer wanted to do it and told members of staff. Examples of times I
have shown commitment is when I went on a school trip and I managed to take part in all
of the activities and successfully completed them over the course of the 2 weeks. A time
that I have been flexible is when I go to work and I am flexible with the hours I work such
as holidays. A time I was accountable was when I held a bake sale in school for a charity
and I had to control all of the stalls and make sur everything ran smoothly.

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1.5 : Outline how mindset qualities could affect your employability
Mindset quality’s could affect your employability in many ways such as you not even
getting past the interview stage if they see you lack these skills and another person
exceeds in them they will give the job to that person however, if you manage to get past
the interview and start showing a lack of these skills you may be asked to leave whichever
job role you are employed in.
1.6 : Identify actions to improve your own mindset qualities
Actions I could put in place to improve my mindset qualities would be turning up to
college when I should be there and making sure I am always on time and present.
Unit 7: Managing your time
This unit introduces learners to timekeeping as well as time management. It covers
developing a sense of responsibility and control when it comes to time, how to work with
appropriate people (eg supervisor) to identify priorities, how to identify when support might
be needed and who to ask.
The unit will look at why punctuality, reliability and the need for preparation are important
in the workplace.
Learning outcome 1
The learner will:
1. Understand and demonstrate how time can be managed and plan own work activity
The learner can:
1.1 Give 2 examples of how time can be managed in a place of work
1.2 Review own time management and identify areas where
they could improve
1.3 Plan own work activity, with appropriate support from others
1.4 Carry out a work activity within planned timescale
Learning outcome 2
The learner will:
2. Know how to access support when experiencing time management problems
The learner can:
2.1 Describe 2 different time-related problems that can lead to disruption in a place of work
2.2 Identify where they can access support when they run into difficulties with time
management
Learning outcome 3
The learner will:
3. Understand why punctuality and reliability are important in the place of work
The learner can:

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3.1 Give 2 examples of why punctuality is important in the place of work, identifying the
consequences of not being punctual
3.2 Identify what is meant by reliability in each of the following
Work-related contexts:
Production
Customer service
Learning Outcome 1
1.1 Give two examples of how time can be managed in a place of work
Time can be managed Ina place of work by prioritizing things by due dates and the time
things may take to complete, this will ensure you have more than enough time to
complete all of the tasks you have been set to do. Another way to manage time in a place
of work is to make a list of things you need to do and keep it somewhere you will
frequently see it to make sure you constantly see this and remember you have to get it
done.
1.2 Review your own time management and identify areas where
you could improve
My time management can be improved my making sure I am always on time to college
and being there early if I can, this can easily be achieved by getting up 20 minutes earlier
and getting to the bus stop 5 minutes earlier.
1.3 Plan your own work activity, with appropriate support from others
1.4 Carry out a work activity within planned timescale
My work for Janek is scheduled out over a whole year September 2019 – Present, This
makes sure that I have more than enough time to complete this task and hand it in
complete.
Learning Outcome 2
2.1 Describe 2 different time-related problems that can lead to disruption in a place of
work
If a person is late it could have an effect on the whole business as they may have
something they need to present to everyone this could put everyone behind and have an
impact on the whole workplace and not just them. Another thing is that if a person is
repeatedly late this may have an such an effect they may feel the need to let the worker
go as they have a negative effect on the business.
2.2 Identify where you can access support when you run into difficulties with time
management
You can access support from anyone who is higher than you in the role.
Learning Outcome 3
3.1 Give two examples of why punctuality is important in the place of work, identifying
the consequences of not being punctual
Punctuality is crucial in the workplace so that the employer knows you are showing your
full commitment at all times, this is essential so they know that they are always giving it
their all, if not the employer may put consequences in place.

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3.2 Identify what is meant by reliability in each of the following
Work-related contexts:
During work everyone has to be exceeding at their role because it may not just affect
them but other people in the workplace for example of someone with an important title
in the job does not turn up this has a domino effect for everyone this is important so they
show they are a reliable source.
Production:
With the production business they have to show reliable qualities so they know that if
something happens and the supplier lets the team down, they have to find someone new
which is hard to find at a moment’s notice it could stop the production.
Customer service:
In customer service you have a responsibility to know where things are in the store to
show people if they cannot find it themselves you can happily take them with minimal
fuss. Customers make ask you questions about your supplies you should be expected to
give them a structured reply.
Unit 33: Writing a CV
Learning outcome 1
The learner will:
1. Know the type of information usually included in a CV
The learner can:
1.1 Identify the type of information usually included in a CV
1.2 Collect the information they will need to create a CV ensuring it is accurate and up to
date
Learning outcome 2
The learner will:
2. Understand the importance of a reference
The learner can:
2.1 Identify 2 people who would be suitable as referees
2.2 Give examples of people who would not be acceptable as referees

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Learning outcome 3
The learner will:
3. Produce a CV
The learner can:
3.1 Choose a suitable layout for a CV
3.2 Produce an accurate and appropriately laid out CV using IT
Learning outcome 1
1.1 Identify and list the type of information usually included in a CV
Name, Date of Birth, Phone number, Email, Grades, Work Experience, Hobbies.
1.2 Collect the information they will need to create a CV ensuring it is accurate and up to
date. Create a checklist below
They need to ensure they have all of the correct and up to date information regarding
everything such as work experience and contact information at the top. After that should
be all of your skills and references.
Learning outcome 2
2.1 Identify two people who would be suitable as referees
Previous work bosses, Teachers.
2.2 Give examples of people who would not be acceptable as referees
Friends & Family.
FIND EXAMPLES OF EFFECTIVE CV/RESUME LAYOUTS. SCREEN SHOT THEM AN INCLUDE
BELOW.
With that in mind, produce your own CV and submit along with this booklet.
3.1 Choose a suitable layout for your CV

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3.2 Produce an accurate and appropriately laid out CV using IT