Your resume isn’t just a document, it’s your first impression. It should clearly show who you are, what you bring, and why you’re the right person for the job. If you’re not confident it does that, it’s time for a revamp.
Key Tips to Write a Strong, Professional Resume
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Start Fresh (It’s Worth It)
Rather than endlessly editing an outdated resume, consider starting with a clean slate. Today’s employers look for clarity, relevance, and structure — not a wall of old job history.
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Lead with a Powerful Profile
Your Professional Profile is a short intro that sets the tone. Use it to show your personality and your value.
Example:
“Dedicated Support Worker with 3+ years of experience in NDIS and aged care, known for building strong rapport with clients and delivering personalised, compassionate care.”
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Keep It Clean and Easy to Read
Use simple formatting, clear headings, and bullet points. Make sure it can be skimmed in 15 seconds — because that’s all the time many employers give it.
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Focus on Achievements, Not Just Duties
Swap “responsible for” with action verbs. Show how you made a difference, not just what you were told to do.
Instead of:
Responsible for client support and scheduling.
Try:
Improved client engagement by coordinating personalised support schedules, reducing missed appointments by 20%.
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Match Your Resume to the Role
Tailor your resume for every job. Use keywords from the job ad and reflect what the employer actually values.
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Include the Essentials Only
Skip the fluff. Keep the resume around 1-2 pages. Include only what strengthens your application:
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Education & Certifications
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Licences/Checks (e.g. WWCC, NDIS Check, First Aid)
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Is this resume a true reflection of my skills and strengths?
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Would I hire me after reading this?
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Keep it simple.
Avoid overly designed templates as too many graphics can confuse ATS (Applicant Tracking Software) and prevent your resume from getting seen.
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Make your achievements count.
Focus on outcomes. Instead of just saying what you did, show how well you did it.
For example:
“Supported 10 NDIS clients weekly, reducing missed appointments by 30%.”
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Match your language to the job ad.
Use keywords from the job description as this helps both ATS systems and human resource managers quickly see you’re a fit.
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Proof it properly.
Typos are resume killers. Triple check your document and ask someone else to review it.
Pro Tip: Use the ‘Read Aloud’ feature in Word’s Review tab — it catches what your eyes miss.
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Avoid long paragraphs.
Use headings, dot points, and white space. Make it easy to scan.
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Be concise but convincing.
Resumes should be around 2–4 pages. Page one should hook the reader. The rest adds detail and proof.
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Use strong action words.
Words like coordinated, implemented, led, improved help you sound confident and clear. Not sure what to use? A quick Google search for “resume action words” gives plenty of ideas.
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Cut what’s no longer relevant.
If you’ve moved into a professional field, you probably don’t need to include that high school fast food job anymore — unless it shows something unique and valuable.
Once your resume is ready, upload it to our Talent Pool and we’ll match you with roles that align with your skills and values.