Help on the Telephone                                                             

For expert help finding a job call into your Local Connexions Centre and ask to speak to a Personal Adviser.

  • Handy hints for telephoning employers

For some jobs you might need to ring and ask for an application form. You might also want to ring an employer to find out more about a job before you decide whether or not to apply.

Some employers might ask you to telephone them for a telephone interview to assess your suitability but they usually make this clear in the job advert. Employment agencies often give a short telephone interview before they ask you to come in to register with them.

• HANDY HINTS FOR TELEPHONING EMPLOYERS   [BACK TO MENU]

• Remember, first impressions count!
• Don’t be in a rush when you make the call, you might need to wait to be put through to the person you need to talk to.
• Do make a list of the things you want to know before you call
• Do have pen and paper handy to make a note of any information you are given
• Do have the advert with you in case you need to check any details such as the reference number
• Do make sure you know when you are free in case you are invited for an interview.
• Do speak clearly, and choose the words you use carefully.
• Don’t be over-familiar or use slang words

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