Completing your application

Application pack contents

To apply for a job with us, you must complete an application form. 

We are currently introducing a new online recruitment process.  During this time, candidates will either complete an online application form or download an application form in Word format, depending on the post they are applying for.

Applications made through our online recruitment portal

Two documents are available to download for each advertised post:

• Job description and employee specification
• Terms and conditions

You should download and keep both documents for each post you apply for as they will not be available after the application closing date.

Details of the contents of each document can be viewed in the table.

Applications made via a downloaded Word or PDF form

You can download a pdf application pack for each advertised job, which includes the these documents:

• If you are typing your application, use Arial font size 11. If you are completing your application form in hand-written format, make sure your writing is legible and use black ink.
• The essential criteria (the qualifications and experience requirements) will be different for each recruitment exercise. Make sure that you complete the application form which has been specifically tailored for the job you are applying for.
• You cannot send CVs or attach additional sheets to your application form. These will not be considered by the recruitment panel. Continuation sheets must not be used with Word format applications. Use the boxes provided. Do not delete or alter the format of the form.
• Make sure all questions are fully answered before returning your application form as we cannot accept any additional or supplementary information after the closing date for receipt of application forms.

Top tips

• Read our application guide before completing your application and complete all of the sections that are relevant to you. Make sure you include the specific information requested in each specific box as the short-listing panel will not read-across boxes.
• Provide as much information as you can in support of the criteria described in the job description and employee specification, keeping to the space provided. Any information which runs on to another page will not be taken into consideration.
• Proofread your application – make sure the information is clear, precise and easily understood.
• Keep a copy of your application form, the job description and employee specification to refer to should you be invited to interview.
• Return or submit your application in good time, well before the closing date. If you are applying using a Word or PDF form submitted by email and you do not receive an auto acknowledgement, make sure you confirm receipt before the closing time. Remember: it is the time your application is received which matters – not the time it is sent.
• The application pack for each job contains the job description, employee specification, terms and conditions of employment and the application form in PDF format (application form not included in job packs for posts recruited through our online recruitment portal). This information will not be available on the website after a job has closed. You can save the application pack while the job listing is live for your future reference.