Application Guidelines

The application form you complete will play a vital role in deciding whether you should be called for interview, so it is important that you take your time and complete it as fully and accurately as possible. Here are a few tips.

Complete all parts of the application from
If you think some parts do not apply to you write N/A (not applicable) in the spaces provided for your answer.

Complete the form in black ink or type
This will ensure that when we photocopy the form it will be clear and legible. Ensure that the information you provide is clear, precise and easily understood and is aimed at the job you are applying for.

The Job and You
Read the job description and the person specification. Give examples of how your work experience (including voluntary, unpaid, community and domestic/family experience), knowledge, skills and personal attributes match the criteria described in the person specification.

Your application will be scored against the information and the evidence you provide under each of the criteria specified in the Person Specification. Illustrate your answers with current and relevant evidence to prove your experience, knowledge, skills and attributes. Please continue on a separate page if necessary and number and reference extra pages.

Complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form
In order to measure the effectiveness of our Equality & Diversity Policy we need to collect information about our job applicants. The details you give will not be seen by the short-listing or interview panel.

Applying for more than one job
If you wish to apply for more than one post advertised, you must send separate applications for each position.

If you require any further support please contact a member of the human resource team on 02920 478900.