Application Process:This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours, experience and strengths.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete 5 X 250-word statements on the Behaviours listed above, a CV and Statement of Suitability. The CV will ask for your Job History, Qualifications and Past Skills and Experience. Your Statement should be no more than 750 words, and should be aligned to the following guidance: Please provide an overview of relevant experience, expertise, and interest in the position.
Sift:Please note, depending on the volume of applications an initial sift may be conducted on the lead behaviour, Leadership. Candidates must pass this behaviour for their application to be progressed.
Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Interviews remotely based via telephone or video conference.
Reserve ListA reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made.
SalaryNew entrants will be expected to join on the minimum of the payband.
Merit ListsWhere more than one location is advertised, candidates will be posted in merit order by location. You will be asked to state your location preference on your application.
Reasonable AdjustmentIf a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.
If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should:
- Contact Government Recruitment Service via defrarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.
- Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional.
Criminal Record CheckIf successful and transferring from another Government Department, a criminal record check maybe carried out.
In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstance some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-Employment.Checks@cabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading.
Childcare VouchersAny move to Defra will mean you will no longer be able to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. You will however have access to the governments Tax Free Childcare scheme.
Internal Fraud Database CheckApplicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment.
Loan and Fixed Term AppointmentsExisting Civil Servants and applicants from accredited NDPBs are eligible to apply, but will only be considered on loan basis (Civil Servants) or secondment (accredited NDPBs). Prior agreement to be released on a loan basis must be obtained before commencing the application process. In the case of Civil Servants, the terms of the loan will be agreed between the home and host department and the Civil Servant. This includes grade on return.
ComplaintsIf you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact Government Recruitment Services via email: defrarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Click
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CoronavirusWe are closely monitoring the situation with regard to Coronavirus, and will be following central Government advice as it is issued. There is therefore a risk that recruitment to this post may be subject to change at short notice. Please continue to follow the application process as normal and ensure that you check your emails regularly for any updates from us as this is how we will communicate with you.
Higher Security Clearance:This post requires the successful candidate to hold basic security clearance. Candidates posted to Marsham Street, London may be subject to a higher level of clearance because of the security requirements for that location. Job offers to these posts are made on the basis of merit. Security vetting will only take place after the receipt of a job offer.’’
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