Job application and career coaching for public sector roles
Services are designed for people who are:
- Applying for jobs in the public sector (i.e. Higher Education, third sector, charities, not-for-profits, local government, etc.)
- Entering the job market for the first time, or after a career break
- Early to midcareer
- Updating their CVs to ensure sector relevance and impact
- Preparing for interviews and learning to articulate their strengths through compelling narratives
- Building their confidence in navigating the job application process
*Please note, I am unable to support those applying to roles in the private sector or civil service.
Services
Tailored support for applications to mission-driven organisations, highlighting your values, impact, and stakeholder engagement experience.
CV Review and Optimisation
A detailed review of a client’s CV, focusing on structure, content, achievements, impact statements, and keywords. Recommendations are provided to improve clarity, professionalism, and interview conversion rates.
CV Writing and Redrafting
A complete rewrite or creation of a professional CV tailored to the client’s target role, industry, and career level.
Cover Letter Development
Creation or refinement of tailored cover letters that clearly demonstrate the candidate’s suitability, motivation, and unique value proposition.
LinkedIn Profile Optimisation
Review and enhancement of LinkedIn profiles to strengthen professional branding and recruiter visibility.
Job Application Review
Comprehensive feedback on completed applications before submission, ensuring strong alignment with role requirements and person specifications.
Tailored Interview Question Development
Creation of a personalised bank of likely interview questions based on the specific role, organisation, and industry.
Mock Interviews
Realistic interview practice sessions with structured feedback on responses, communication style, confidence, and performance.
Competency-Based Interview Coaching
Preparation for interviews using STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) techniques and evidence-based response development.
Preparation and coaching to help candidates confidently negotiate salaries, benefits, and employment terms. Support in assessing multiple opportunities and making informed career decisions. Explaining key employment terms and helping candidates understand contractual implications before accepting an offer.
Career Strategy Consultation
One-to-one coaching to identify career goals, routes to progression, and strategies for securing desired roles.
Graduate and Early Career Coaching
Specialised support for students, graduates, and early-career professionals entering the job market.
Promotion and Internal Application Coaching
Preparation for promotion opportunities and internal recruitment processes.
Diversity and Inclusion Career Coaching
Coaching for individuals from underrepresented groups, helping them navigate recruitment processes, build confidence, and showcase their strengths.
Prices
| New graduate (within 1 year of graduation from your last qualification or degree) | £40/hour |
| Standard | £60/hour |
| Urgent (application deadline or interview is within 7 days) | £90/hour |