An experience letter, also sometimes called a job reference or service letter, is a formal document issued by an employer to an employee upon their departure from a job. It serves as verification of the employee’s employment history, job duties and performance while working at the company.

1. Letterhead:

• The letterhead will include the employer’s company name, contact information and logo.

2. Date:

• The date the letter is issued is included at the beginning.

3. Recipient Information:

• The letter is addressed to the employee by name, including their current or previous job title (optional) and contact information (optional).

4. Introduction:

• The introduction briefly states the purpose of the letter, which is to confirm the employee’s employment with the company.

5. Employment Details:

• This section details the employee’s employment dates (start and end date).
• It may also mention the job title, position, or department.

6. Job Duties and Responsibilities (Optional):

• Some experience letters include a brief description of the employee’s primary job duties and responsibilities.

7. Performance Evaluation (Optional):

• Not all experience letters include a performance evaluation. However, if it’s included, it will typically be a general statement about the employee’s work performance, attendance, and work ethic. It can be positive, neutral, or negative, depending on the circumstances.

8. Closing:

• The closing paragraph usually expresses well wishes for the employee’s future endeavors.

9. Signature:

• The letter is signed by a authorised representative of the company, typically the employee’s supervisor, manager or HR department. The printed name and title of the signatory is also included.

Uses of an Experience Letter:

• An experience letter is a valuable document for employees when applying for new jobs.
• It provides potential employers with verification of employment and a glimpse into the employee’s past performance.
• Some scholarship applications or visa applications may also request an experience letter.

Note:

• The format and content of experience letters can vary depending on the company and the specific situation.
• Some companies may have templates or specific guidelines for experience letters.
• In some cases, an employee may request a specific type of wording or content in their experience letter. 

Always remember to request for an experience letter from the organisation you worked. It is a very imported document for you to support your job hunt in the UK.