Getting a job

Te whiwhi mahi

Lively, upbeat music plays throughout.

On camera: We see the younger sibling looking worried, sitting on the bed in his bedroom trying to write his CV on his laptop.

Younger sibling: Okay, CV. How do I write a CV?

On camera: We see the older sibling knocking on the door. She enters the bedroom and sits on the chair next to the desk.

Older sibling: Hey, Mum said you’re still looking for a job. Need some help?

On camera: We see the younger sibling looks relieved that he’s getting some help.

Younger sibling: Yes please.

On camera: We see the older sibling explain the key steps to finding your first job.

Older sibling: Sweet. Okay. So finding your first job can feel big, but you're more ready than you think you are. Start by working out what you want to do for a job. What do you enjoy doing? Don't say sleeping. Be serious.

On camera: We see the younger sibling thinking about what the older sibling is saying while he gets up from the bed and stands in front of the mirror.

Younger sibling: What about hospitality?

On Camera: We see the older sibling smiling then clicking her fingers and the younger sibling magically appearing dressed up as a kitchen hand, with an apron and a tea towel. He looks surprised then flicks the tea towel over his shoulder.

On camera: We see the older sibling clicking her fingers again.

Older sibling: Or you could get into the trades.

On camera: We see the younger sibling magically appearing dressed up as a trades person, wearing a high visibility vest and holding a drill. He looks surprised, turns on the drill and makes another suggestion.

Younger sibling: Or I could work on a farm. Or in the bush.

On Camera: We see the older sibling smiling and clicking her fingers and the younger sibling magically appearing dressed up in a swanndri.

Older sibling: See?

On camera: We see the older sibling clicking her fingers and the younger sibling magically appearing as he was originally dressed.

Older sibling: Next, make a list of what you're good at. This will include your employability skills, which will help you get the job you want.

On camera: We see the older sibling explaining the importance of employability skills while the younger sibling returns to his bed and sits down. He looks confused.

Younger sibling: Employability skills?

On camera: We see the older sibling explaining what employability skills are while seven examples appear on screen around him in English and te reo Māori: A positive attitude | Te waia, Communication | Te whitiwhiti kōrero, Self-management | Te whakahaere-whaiaro, Thinking skills | Ngā pūkenga whakairo, Teamwork | Te mahi ngātahi, Willingness to learn | Te hiahia ki te ako, Resilience | Te manawaroa

Older sibling: Yeah, these skills can be developed at home, in our community, or while you learn.

On camera: We see the younger sibling chatting with two friends in a park. He looks happy.

Older sibling: Hanging out with and meeting new people can build your communication skills.

On camera: We see the younger sibling sitting at his desk wearing headphones and using his computer and a notebook to make a study plan.

Older sibling: Coming up with a study plan and sticking to it can improve your self-management and thinking skills.

On camera: We see the younger sibling sitting on his bed looking excited as he suggests volunteering.

Younger sibling: What about volunteering?

On camera: We see the older sibling enthusiastically agreeing with the younger sibling’s suggestion.

Older sibling: Yes, perfect!

On camera: We the younger sibling picking up rubbish with four other people on the beach. They are chatting and having fun.

Older sibling: Volunteering or fundraising can show that you have a positive attitude and can work in a team.

On camera: We see the older sibling explaining to the younger sibling the next steps for finding a job. The younger sibling is sitting on the bed and then we see him staring intently at his computer screen.

Older sibling: Then, you'll want to have a good look through those job sites and apply for a job that matches your interests and skills.

On camera: We see the older sibling explaining what should be in a CV and the younger person sitting at his desk with his CV, looking satisfied with it.

Older sibling: Get your CV sorted with your relevant skills, education, and experience.

On camera: We see the siblings discussing job interviews.

Younger sibling: And the interviews?

Older sibling: Mmmm hmmm - You’ll have to prepare for the interview. Yes, that means practising.

On camera: We see the younger sibling practising a job interview with an older family member. Then he appears back in the bedroom and finishes the conversation with the older sibling.

Younger sibling: Alright. Sounds good.

Older sibling: Sweet.

On camera: We see the older sibling getting up off the chair and pausing at the open bedroom door. The younger sibling looks content and thoughtful while the older sibling uses hand gestures to summarise the key points.

Older sibling: And remember, everyone's pathway in life looks different. Find out what you're interested in, see what's out there, and work on those employability skills. And maybe start by making your bed.

On camera: We see the younger sibling looking thoughtful and determined as he quickly makes the bed, sits down at his desk, and starts typing intently on his laptop. “Explore your opportunities”, “Grow your employability skills”, and “Get that job” appear on screen. The video finishes with the link to the School Leavers’ Toolkit website.