Your CV captures all the key information about your education, skills, experience and achievements and should be tailored to each job you apply for. For help with writing your CV, access this useful guide to creating CVs and defining your skills.

Your cover letter gives you an opportunity to sell yourself to your potential employer, and provides more insight into why you are interested in the job you are applying for. Focus on how your capabilities and attributes make you the ideal candidate for the job.

Selection criteria describes the personal qualities, skills, abilities, knowledge and qualifications a person needs to perform effectively in a job. It is important to identify what the employer is looking for and respond using specific examples of how you meet each criteria.