How to apply
The Recruitment Process
• Submit your application and it will be delivered to the Central Recruitment Team. The team will collate all applications and then forward all forms to the short-listing panel.
• The short-listing panel will review all applications forms and consider them against the criteria laid down in the person specification. Unsuccessful applicants at short-listing stage will be informed in writing, usually within two weeks of the closing date.
• Short-listed applicants will be invited to interview by the Central Recruitment Team. You will need to bring documentation that proves that you are entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. Specific details will be included in the letter inviting you to interview.
• Interviews will always be conducted by more than one person, one of which is usually qualified with a Certificate in Recruitment & Selection.
• Dependent upon the post applied for; there may be further interview stages and/or tests, to assist us in making a decision on candidate’s suitability.
• If you are the successful applicant, you will be made an offer of employment subject to medical clearance and the receipt of references that are satisfactory for our purposes.
• Some posts are also subject to other checks, such as from the Criminal Records Bureau or of your qualifications. You will need to bear this in mind if you are currently employed and need to resign from your post.
Starting your job
If you are not presently employed in local government, then your appointment will automatically be subject to a probationary period of six months.
Every appointment within the County Council incorporates a ‘settling in’ period. This is generally for a period of six months and reflects our commitment to helping you to successfully settle into your new role and the organisation as a whole. During this period you will be provided with increased levels of support and guidance from your manager and feedback on your performance.