Chronological CV
This is the most commonly used CV, and what agencies and potential recruiters normally expect to see. Aim for two pages.
The usual format of the CV is as follows:
Name and contact details
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Profile statement (3 – 4 lines outlining your strengths, skills and qualities, which should grab the attention of the reader)
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Most recent job and your key achievements in it - use bullet points
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Previous jobs (show detail for 10 years, any previous should just have job title and dates)
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Qualifications/Education
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Professional qualifications/membership of professional bodies
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Personal Development (for example courses you have attended recently)
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Personal Details (date of birth/age is optional, hobbies, interests)
