12/03/2026
At Smart Teachers, we review CV's every day, and the strongest applications demonstrate clarity, impact and purpose.
Your CV does more than secure interviews, it ensures you're aligned with the right school, setting and opportunity.
Whether you're an ECT, experienced teacher, or support staff, taking the time to refine your CV can help to increase your future opportunities.
With that, we wanted to share our top tips to strengthen your CV:
⭐Tailor your experience to specific education settings and key stages
⭐Focus on impact and outcomes — show the difference you’ve made, not just your responsibilities
⭐Keep formatting clear and professional — ideally no more than two pages
⭐Include relevant training such as safeguarding, compliance, and CPD
⭐Highlight your values and approach to supporting pupils and school communities
If you're currently reviewing your CV or considering your next move in education, our team is here to help.
Reach out to your local Smart branch here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0swb6w0