General Training Writing Task 1

Model Answer:

Dear Sir or Madam,

My name is Jacob Rees and I am writing in response to an advert I saw for a part-time job at your summer camp. I am a 23 year old university student and I would very much like the opportunity to work at your camp this summer during the university holiday period.

I am a hard-working, responsible and organised person and I believe I am a good fit for this position because not only do I get on well with kids, but I am very keen on sport and outdoor activities too. I am currently studying sports science at Liverpool University, and am passionate about athletics, rock climbing and swimming.

In addition, I come from a large family, and as a result I am used to watching over groups of young people. As the eldest child, I was often responsible for supervising my brothers, sisters and cousins, and enjoyed organising games and activities for them during the school holidays. In the past, I also helped to coach the football team which my youngest brother played in, and so I have some experience of nurturing a group of young children as they learn a new activity. Furthermore, I’ve learned how to handle behavioural challenges such as poor discipline or when a small child throws a tantrum.

I will be available to start from 2nd June. Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully,

Jacob Rees