WJEC Entry Level Award in Securing Employment (Entry 3)

WJEC-CBAC

vocational

This element introduces learners to the fundamental skills and knowledge required to successfully secure employment at Entry Level 3. It covers the entire job-seeking process, from identifying suitable opportunities and completing basic application forms to preparing for and participating in interviews. The focus is on building practical, transferable employability skills such as effective communication, personal presentation, and understanding workplace expectations.

Objectives

Exam Tips

Pitfalls

Key Terms

Mark Points

What You Need to Demonstrate

Key skills and knowledge for this topic

Award credit for clearly listing at least three personal strengths with examples.
Look for evidence of identifying two different sources of job vacancies (e.g., online, local newspaper).
Evidence of completing an application form with correct spelling and grammar, and no missing fields.
In a role-play interview, credit for maintaining eye contact, answering questions coherently, and using polite language.
Award marks for describing at least two key workplace rules (e.g., dress code, timekeeping).

Marking Points

Key points examiners look for in your answers

Award credit for clearly listing at least three personal strengths with examples.
Look for evidence of identifying two different sources of job vacancies (e.g., online, local newspaper).
Evidence of completing an application form with correct spelling and grammar, and no missing fields.
In a role-play interview, credit for maintaining eye contact, answering questions coherently, and using polite language.
Award marks for describing at least two key workplace rules (e.g., dress code, timekeeping).

Examiner Tips

Expert advice for maximising your marks

💡Ensure your portfolio includes evidence of real or simulated job search activities, such as screenshots of job adverts.
💡When completing application forms, double-check for spelling and accuracy—treat them as genuine applications.
💡For interview practice, prepare concise examples from your own life that demonstrate skills like teamwork or reliability.
💡Use the self-assessment checklist to track your progress against each learning objective.

Common Mistakes

Pitfalls to avoid in your exam answers

Failing to tailor applications to specific job roles, using generic responses.
Providing incomplete or inaccurate personal information on forms.
In interviews, speaking too quietly or not elaborating on answers.
Confusing casual social behaviour with expected professional conduct.

Key Terminology

Essential terms to know

Job search techniques

Application form completion

Interview preparation

Professional communication

Workplace behaviour and expectations

Self-assessment and personal strengths

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WJEC Entry Level Award in Securing Employment (Entry 3)

What You Need to Demonstrate

Marking Points

Examiner Tips

Common Mistakes

Key Terminology

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