EED’s standard: We work exclusively with UHNW and VIP families. The CVs we put forward reflect that. Every tip below is about presenting yourself at the level these families expect.

Tip 1

Keep your contact information updated and accurate

Many candidates submit a CV and then follow up to say their contact details have changed. This looks disorganised. Double-check your phone number, email, and location before every submission — if an employer calls the number on your CV and gets a dead line, you will not get a second chance.

Tip 2

List qualifications and experience in reverse chronological order

Employers want to understand your current situation as quickly as possible. Your most recent role and qualifications should appear first. Reading a CV backwards — oldest experience first — frustrates recruiters and buries your strongest credentials.

Tip 3

Include relevant experience only

A part-time retail job from your teens detracts from your CV rather than strengthening it. Only include work experience relevant to the childcare, education, or household role you are applying for. As a general rule, experience older than 15 years is rarely worth including unless it is directly significant to the role.

Tip 4

Add duties and results — not just job titles

For each role, include: when you worked there, your core duties, why you left, and — most importantly — what results you achieved. Did your charges improve academically? Gain entry to a school? Learn a language? Families hiring at this level want to see evidence of impact, not just a list of responsibilities.

Tip 5

Spellcheck — and then have someone else check it too

A surprising number of CVs arrive with spelling and grammatical errors. These are rejected before they reach any family. If writing is not your strong point, use a tool like Grammarly and ask a trusted friend to proofread. The most common mistakes: incorrect apostrophes and uncapitalised proper nouns.

Tip 6

Make it easy to read

Use a clean, professional font (Arial, Calibri, or Verdana at size 11–12). Keep spacing sensible — a cramped CV is hard to read and signals poor attention to detail. Avoid decorative fonts, unnecessary photos, or anything that does not directly support your application.

Tip 7

Keep it to two pages

Two pages is the ideal length. A ten-page CV is not impressive — it suggests an inability to edit. If you have extensive experience, prioritise: cut roles that were short-term, irrelevant, or older than 15 years. A concise, well-structured CV reads better than an exhaustive one.

Tip 8

Include quality photos of yourself working

A well-chosen photo of you at work — teaching, playing chess with a student, coaching a sport — helps a family picture you in the role. Keep photos professional and relevant. Always ensure you have parental permission before including any photos of children in your application.

Tip 9

Name your supporting documents sensibly

If you attach certificates, DBS checks, or photographs, give the files clear names: JohnSmith_DBS_2025.pdf reads far better than scan001.pdf. This signals professionalism and makes it easier for agencies and employers to track your application.

Tip 10

Write a focused covering letter

Every application should include a short covering letter — even if it is just a brief email. It should cover: who you are, your current work status, your key qualifications, and why you are right for this particular role. Keep it under 200 words. The covering letter supplements your CV; it does not replace it.

On cover letters: Avoid generic templates. A cover letter addressed to “Dear Sir/Madam” with no reference to the specific role tells an agency that you are applying to everyone. EED’s families notice the difference — and so do we.

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