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1 Warm up

In pairs, discuss the following questions.

1. What was your first job? How did you find it?
2. How did you find this job?
3. When was the last time you updated your CV?
4. If you wanted to find a new job in your industry, where would you look? Why?

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2 Vocabulary focus
Part A: Look up the vocabulary in the box and use it to complete the sentences below. You may need
to change the form of the word to fit the sentence.

1. A lot of people wear anything to the office but I have a set of clothes that I wear.
I like to feel smart in the office and relaxed at home.

2. I think the ongoing bad weather means that flights will be delays and we may be
late for the conference.

3. We’re going to be with the Sales and Marketing teams to talk about the artwork
we need for the advertising campaigns.

4. I think no matter how high up you get, you should always show a to learn in any
job. There’s always a need for knowledge.

5. is absolutely essential in management. First of all, I don’t have enough time to do

everything myself and secondly, it gives learning opportunities to others on the team.

6. I’ve never really formally learned touch typing, but I’ve been using a keyboard for so long, I’ve
become quite at it.

7. The advert says the salary is , but I don’t know how to measure that because I
don’t know what other places pay.

8. When I arrived for the interview, there were over 20 sitting and waiting. It didn’t
make me feel very confident that I was going to get it.

Part B: In pairs, discuss the following questions.

1. What skills do you have that you are proficient in? How long have you been practising?
2. Are you good at delegation? Why / why not?
3. When was the last time you were subject to an inspection in your professional or personal life?
What was the reason?
4. Do you still have a willingness to learn new skills? If so, what? If not, why?
5. Who do you need to liaise with for your work? Why?
6. What advice would you give to applicants who wanted to work for your company?

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3 Answering Reading - Part 1

Read the information about Reading - Part 1.

Look at the information about the following four job agencies.

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Now answer the following questions.

1. Which agency would be good to join if you were looking for work as a basketball coach?

2. Which agency would help you be more relaxed and professional in a job interview?

3. Which agency can offer advice on the phone until late in the evening?

4. Which agency is available on Sundays?

5. Which agency is only for people in senior positions?

6. Which agency can help you with your image online?

7. What do all of the agencies offer?

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4 Reading - Part 1

Look at the statements and the job advertisements below. Which job advertisement (A, B, C or D)
does each statement 1 - 7 refer to? For each statement 1 - 7, mark one letter (A, B, C or D). You will
need to use some of these letters more than once.

A. Computer programmers required. MPT Tech is offering an exciting opportunity for the right candidates.
Successful applicants will receive a competitive salary, company car, four weeks’ annual paid holiday
and free access to the company gym, as well as discounted rates in the canteen. We are looking for
team players with a degree in a relevant field, and at least 5 years relevant work experience. Applicants
should be proficient in Javascript, Python and HTML. Think you have what it takes? Send your resume
with a covering letter to the email address below. Should you be asked to attend an interview, these
will be in-person during the month of June in our London office.

B. We are looking for two learning skills teachers to assist in our busy Primary school for either two or
three hours each morning Monday - Friday. Applicants must hold a recognised teaching qualification
for Primary students with at least three years classroom experience. Successful applicants will be
subject to a criminal background check before being offered a position. Pay starts at £25.00 per hour,
though more may be offered for a candidate with relevant experience and qualifications. Our school is
easily accessible by public transport, though successful applicants will be offered a dedicated parking
space within school grounds.

C. Established in 1922, our family-run publishers have been bringing quality magazines to international
readers for over a century. We are now searching for a suitable candidate to fill the role of Managing
Editor. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the publishing process and liaising between
authors, translators, designers, and editors to produce the finest in commercial content. This position
will report to the Managing Director. The successful candidate will work well under pressure, have
great attention to detail, and will offer strong management and delegation skills.

D. We’re seeking bright and energetic newly-graduated candidates to join our fun-loving sales team.
We offer on the job training in the first six months as well as professional development throughout
your time with us. Benefits include a company car, fifteen days paid leave per annum in addition to
public holidays and discounted private healthcare as well as a company pension scheme. No previous
experience is required, just a curiosity for sales and a willingness to succeed.

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1. The advertiser is looking for people who have recently left university.

2. The police will need to see if they have any records of you before this job can be offered.

3. This is a part-time position.

4. This job will provide you with your own transport and cheaper food.

5. To do well in this job, you must be able to handle stress.

6. You do not need to have worked in this field before to apply for the job.

7. If you choose to drive to this job, a place will be reserved for you to park.

5 Speaking - Part 2

In Part 2 of the Speaking exam, you will be given a choice of topics to discuss. You will have one
minute to prepare yourself and then you will have to talk for one minute about your chosen topic.
You will be in a pair with someone else who will have to ask you a question after you have finished
speaking. You will have to do the same for them.

Work in pairs. Choose one of the following topic cards.

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Key

1. Warm up

5 mins.
This gets students thinking about the topic of looking for work which is the context of the Reading - Part 1 task
that students will be building up to through the lesson. Ask them to discuss the questions in pairs or small groups.
Circulate and help as needed.

2. Vocabulary focus

Part A
10 mins.
This looks at some of the higher-level vocabulary that is used in the Reading - Part 1 task later in the lesson. Be
sure that students can correctly pronounce the target language. Ask them to complete the sentences unaided in
the first instance, but allow them to check with a reference later if needed.
applicant (n) → a person who has officially requested something such as a job or a place at university
competitive (adj.) → being at the same standard or better than others in the same group
proficient (adj.) → able to perform a task or skill very well due to having practised it many times
subject to (phr. v) → be affected by something that is out your control
dedicated (adj.) → used for a specific purpose
liaise (v) → meet with and act as a link between two or more groups of people in exchanging information
delegation (n) → the process of giving work to other people that you are responsible for
willingness (n) → the quality of being ready and happy to do a particular task

1. dedicated 2. subject to 3. liaising 4. willingness

5. Delegation 6. proficient 7. competitive 8. applicants

Part B
10 mins.
This gives students a chance to practise using some of the vocabulary from the previous section. Ask them to
discuss the questions in pairs or small groups.

3. Answering Reading - Part 1

15 mins.
This task gives students some general information about what to expect in this section of the exam and then offers
a task where they are presented with shorter texts in order to get an idea of what is expected and to encourage
them to look for differences.

1. C 2. B 3. D 4. C
5. D 6. C 7. Training/professional
development

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4. Reading - Part 1

10 mins.
This gives students the opportunity to practise a Reading - Part 1 style task using the skills they have been looking
at earlier in the lesson. Ask them to read the texts carefully and decide which one is identified in each statement.

1. D - "We’re seeking bright and energetic newly-graduated candidates..."

2. B - "Successful applicants will be subject to a criminal background check before being offered a position."
3. B - "...for either two or three hours each morning Monday - Friday"
4. A - "Successful applicants will receive a competitive salary, company car, ... as well as discounted rates in the
canteen."
5. C - "The successful candidate will work well under pressure..."
6. D - "No previous experience is required..."
7. B - "Our school is easily accessible by public transport, though successful applicants will be offered a dedicated
parking space within school grounds."

5. Speaking - Part 2

10 mins.
This is an opportunity for students to practise Part 2 of the Speaking exam in a less formal set up. Ask the students
to work in pairs and take it in turns to choose a card and give a short presentation. Ask the student listening to
prepare a question to ask about the presentation. You may want to ask students who are comfortable with it to
recreate their presentations for the class and practise thinking of questions to ask them as a class.

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