How to Write an Effective Supporting Statement
Competency Framework
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The CV is a common method for job applications but often CV’s have a bland and generic format. CV applications can also be speculative with hundreds of CV’s sent out each week, with a focus on temporary jobs. (email your CV to info@gravitastraining.co.uk and we will provide a FREE CV review when you attend a taster course Covering Letters are often an extension of the CV with more generalised statements about a person’s abilities without backing it up with firm or demonstrable examples and evidence. Supporting Statements are specific and targeted toward a permanent job, where quite often a CV or covering letter application will not be accepted. Supporting statements are far more substantive and important than a CV, and should be developed closely based on the competency framework and person specification for that particular permanent job role. To secure any professional job (£18-50K+) including social housing, public and private sector roles, you will need to overcome and effectively address the competency framework and person specification with a good supporting statement. Outlined below are the key elements which make up a good supporting statement: |
| Technical Knowledge (30%) | Generic Skills, Experiences and Competencies (70%) | An Effective Supporting Statement |
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A comprehensive range of generic skills, competencies, and experiences (70%), including:
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The technical social housing management knowledge (30%) coupled with generic skills and competencies (70%), should now form an effective supporting statement, paying particular attention to examples which are:
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