Simple CV template collection - clean CV templates in Word to download

Basic CV template UK layout (free, MS Word)

Our basic CV template has always been a great choice for a clean simple job application with no fuss or clutter. It’s a simple layout that prompts you to complete the core sections, so you don’t miss important details out.

CV for teenager: free CV template for a 13, 14 or 15 year old with example content

A fantastic CV for teenager job applicants – a simple crisp template with example information to help you if you are a applying for a part time job at 13, 14 or 15 & have little or no conventional work experience.

Secretary CV Sample : Word CV template (free download)

A clean, fresh template using the Garamond font, with sample information for a secretary. This smart design keeps the focus on your info while adding some very subtle style elements.

CV for 16 year old : free ‘Sections’ template (Microsoft Word format)

A simple, delightful CV template for a 16 year old using the Garamond font which features smart sections and attractive navy headings. Slick & neat, your info is easy for prospective employers to skim through.

CV for internship | Free Word CV template to download & edit

We show you how to use work placements, activities & non-traditional experience to create a strong CV for internship applications in the workplace. The simple ATS-friendly layout is easy to edit and work with.

Warehouse Operative CV template with grey headers (free, MS Word)

A free well-organised UK Warehouse Operative CV template in Microsoft Word. Grey headers divide up each section & a professional font is used throughout. Great to read, for both humans and machines alike!

Care support worker CV template with classic border (MS Word)

A very attractive care support worker CV example with a classic thin border and the Garamond font throughout. A smart and professional-looking template with a well-spaced layout in an ATS-safe format.

Architecture CV template: Microsoft Word ‘Statement piece’ design (free download)

Our ‘Statement Piece’ Architecture CV template has a classic look that’s all about catching your employer’s attention, with a subtle border, big, bold headings, section dividers and a traditional font.

School leaver CV template (2019)

We show you how to write a UK school leaver’s CV with a complete ‘how-to-write’ guide and real examples. We also give you a smart modern school leaver template that you can download and use yourself.

Free Retail CV/résumé template in Word

This is a simple effective one-page retail CV that works as either a CV or résumé. It’s filled out for a retail sales job but would suit lots of other positions. A fresh bright layout with a professional feel.

Tips for using your simple CV template:

Before customising your simple CV template, read our free guide on ‘How to write a CV’ (or ‘How to write a CV for clinical jobs‘) and view examples of CVs.
Tailor each CV you send out to the job you’re applying for, highlighting where you have the required skills and education mentioned in the job ad, and reiterating this in your covering letter.
As a general rule, make sure your CV is no longer than 2 pages.
When choosing a template, avoid distracting design elements, fancy colours and fonts. A simple CV template from this page has none of those things!
Keep to a typical layout/format that employers are used to, so they can find specific information that they are looking for easily. Our simple CV template collection is ideal for this.
Give adequate ways for prospective employers to contact you – usually phone, email and address is expected.
If your personal email address would raise an eyebrow or two (footiefan@aol.com for example), set up a new gmail address that uses your name instead.
Never write in the third person (e.g. “John has demonstrated great interpersonnel skills”). You didn’t have your CV written by a third person and it just makes you look pompous and arrogant.
Don’t include fluffy statements (e.g. “I have great interpersonnel skills”!!) – ‘soft skills’ should be supported by evidence and examples.
Include achievements for each job you’ve had where possible, and make sure these are specific and verifiable. Employers won’t be interested in the fact you managed a £500k marketing budget at your previous firm. Anyone can spend money. Set out on your CV template the successes you had during your time at the firm.
Don’t include a photo unless it’s relevant to the nature of the job (e.g. a model).
Run a spell checker on your CV, read it out loud to yourself, then get someone to read it over for you. With so many CVs landing on your prospective employer’s desk every day, a small error is enough to get your application rejected.
Customise your simple CV template if you want to. There’s no harm in picking another font if you don’t like the one that has been used on your CV template. We highly recommend you check out our article on the best CV or résumé fonts to use – not every font is suitable for your job application.
Add and remove sections to suit your circumstances – as long as you keep in the basics. Your prospective employers will expect to see contact information, work experience, education and references as a bare minimum. We recommend you also have a ‘Skills’ section where you set out the skills you have that are relevant to the position and the skill level (e.g. basic, intermediate, advanced). Some people like to include ‘Interests and Hobbies’ – this can be a valuable section that can help your would-be employer decide if you would fit well into their team environment. Include interests that are desirable from an employer’s perspective – healthy pursuits, for example, rather than ‘drinking and socialising’ which suggests to your employer that you won’t be at your best on a Monday morning!

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