Application and selection process
We very much hope that having read the information provided so far, you find the prospect of these roles exciting. We have created a thorough selection process that has been designed with our candidates in mind, so that each of you receives equal and fair treatment.
There are four key stages to your application to include your;
- Online application and the information provided;
- Online assessment results;
- Competency evidence and examples provided in your application;
- Performance and responses at an interview.
Please be aware that our selection process may change during the campaign to include additional sifting and selection tools or alternative processes. We have provided below an overview of the selection process and the anticipated timelines below.
Your application will be managed through an online automated process. Simply click on the Job or the 'Apply Now' button on our web page and you will be able to apply for the posts.
You will first be asked to register your personal details. You will then be asked a series of questions and to make declarations to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and understand the terms and the nature of the posts. You will be presented with a list of statements to read and agree to. False declarations may result in your application being rejected or later dismissal.
Next, you will be asked to complete your application form. Here you will need to advise us of your education and previous employment history as well as other personal details. The final part of the application includes a number of competency statements. You will also be asked to provide examples of where you have demonstrated the key competencies we are looking for, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack for further information on how to prepare your competency statements.
- Paper applications will only be considered if you have a disability that prevents you from applying on-line. If this is the case, please email UKVI@ManpowerGroup.co.uk
After completing your application form you will receive an email to confirm your application has been submitted. If your application meets some basic, automated checks you will automatically be directed to the online tests. You can either complete these tests straight away or come back to complete the test any time before the close date on the 12th September 2016 at 23.59.
The first assessment will last around 10 minutes and covers some of the essential skills required to be a successful Asylum Operations Decision Maker. The second assessment is a situational judgement test, this assessment asks you to read ten brief scenarios and tell us which from a selection of options you would take. We expect this will take no more than 20 minutes, however the test is not timed.
If you are registered disabled and require reasonable adjustments or support in online assessments please contact us at your soonest convenience so that the appropriate support can be arranged. You must provide details of any adjustments in your application form and contact us for any additional assistance before starting the tests.
What Happens Next?
The top scoring applicants from the online assessment stage will progress through to the next stage of the selection process where our independent panel will assess and score the competency statements provided in the application. We expect to start this on the 5th of September provide outcomes after 10 days.
Why are Competency statements so important?
Applicants who best demonstrate and provide the strongest evidence for the competencies will progress. The Panel will not cross refer to any other part of your application, for example they will not cross refer competency statements and they will not look at your education or employment history. If you do not achieve a score of 4 or more (out of a possible 7) in the lead competency your application will not progress and we will not review any other statements or any other part of your application.
Applicants who best demonstrate and evidence the behaviours, skills and experience for the competencies will be invited to interview. We may also ask shortlisted applicants to complete an on line situational judgement assessment before coming to the interview, this takes around fifteen minutes and five days' notice will be provided. You would then be interviewed by two people. Typically, the interview takes around 45 minutes to complete. Here you will need to provide examples of your ability to perform all of the competencies for the role.
- We expect to hold interviews in our office in Croydon however we will inform you if they will be required to take place at an alternative location
- Please note expenses will not be reimbursed for interviews
- Failure to bring the correct documentation may mean that your interview will NOT be completed.
All applicants who are interviewed will be scored and ranked. The highest scoring applicants will be offered posts first. We may also offer successful applicants a place on the Reserve List. This means that we may contact successful applicants at any time in the following 12 months as posts become available.