Application
Guidance

Application Guidance Notes

Please read the following notes carefully, as the decision to short-list you for interview will be based solely on the information you provide on this form.

We DO NOT accept CV’s. 

• Please read the role description and person profile carefully.
• Please use the College's Competency Framework in line with the competency levels set in the person profile. Please click here  for guidelines when using the competency framework.  
• It is important that you complete all relevant sections of the application form accurately and in full as the information is required to process your application. This personal information will be retained for a period of 12 months after the recruitment process is complete.
• Applications will be accepted ONLY if they are submitted online. Please DO NOT send a Curriculum Vitae (CV) as the panel will not consider this.
• To help monitor the effectiveness of our recruitment practices and assess the success of different media in attracting application, please complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. It will be stored confidentially and used for statistical purposes only.
• If you have a disability, are there any practical arrangements we can make to help you through the recruitment process? For instance, we could organise a sign language interpreter, wheelchair access etc. Our HR team will be happy to discuss your requirements.  
• If you receive no further communication within 4 weeks from the closing date, you may assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• The receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance will be a condition of employment, as will be a satisfactory Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB).  
• Certain sensitive information is required and your consent is required, see point 5 in declaration. The successfully appointed candidates will be asked to sign a Declaration.
• We operate a fair selection of recruitment for all appointments. If you feel the procedure has not been applied fairly regarding your application, please contact Personnel who will investigate your complaint.
• Supporting statement – is one of the most important parts of the application form and should be carefully planned. Please demonstrate how your experience either at work or in other capacities meets each area of the person profile giving specific examples of how you meet the criteria. Separate sheets may be attached, but please try to restrict yourself to 1000 words.