I've spent quite a bit of time writing CVs for others. The template from Oxford is ok, but I would say:
Don't put personal details, like address, phone number at the top - put them at the bottom - it wastes space, and ditracts from the impact. Have your name, then immediately under it, put your hours, qualifications etc. A bit like:
Mike Smithers
1200 TT, B737NG rating,
then a few quick facts to sum up your aviaition prowess, and others; put down one or two statements about what you could bring to the org.
leave out naff statements like, team-player, proactive, responsible for, - let the experience speak for itself, such as:
- instructor at XXX flying club for 15 months; 23 students passed under tutorship; assisted in day-to-day club duties, and instrumental in developing new club brochure attracting 23% increase in student numbers.
I like the message about including responsibility and potential leadership stuff, but don't overdo it.
Statements like: references on request are pointless. But 'References from CFI/senior managers from current org at appropriate time' are useful.
Remember: a cv is completely tailored to you. If you've got little experience, don't oversell the lack of it. A well written cv and a great application letter should get you an interview. Therefore, don't underestimate the power of the written application letter: it could make the difference. There are thousands of CVs floating around, and 99.9% all look the same, feel the same, and have the same excruciating language.
email me if you want me to review/suggest ideas.