Applications make the recruitment process easier. The use of a standard form makes it easier to directly compare applications.
Why do we use an application form?
It’s what we use to assess whether you have the right skills and experience for the role that we are advertising. It’s incredibly important as it’s your first introduction to us as a potential new employee. It usually contains information that is on your CV. Please ensure you include:
- Contact details
- Education and Employment history
- Relevant qualifications
- Any work experience
- Any hobbies that might make you stand out
TOP TIP! Don’t just copy and paste your CV
Ready to complete your application?
It’s what we use to assess whether you have the right skills and experience for the role that we are Ensure you have these to hand to assist with the process:
- Copy of the job description
- Person specification
- Advertisement
- Your CV
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Not sure where to start?
It’s what we use to assess whether you have the right skills and exStart with:
- your most recent experience
- how your skills suit this role
- why you’re the best candidate for the position
- why you want to work at Princess Alice Hospice
- what you can bring to the role
- what attracted you to the role and why you’re applying
Use the person specification as a guide – give us examples of how your skills match the person specification and what value you can bring to the organisation. Remember the person specification gives an overview of the ideal candidate. Tailor your information to suit the role.
TOP TIP! Remember it is your application and it is about you!
Please make a final check of all your information before submitting. Ensure you’ve included:
Please make a final check of all your information before submitting. Ensure you’ve included:
- Name and contact details
- Cover letter (if applicable)
- Fully completed application form listing all your relevant skills and experience
- Mention where you have seen the vacancy advertised, it is helpful to the People Services team
We look forward to receiving your application! Thank you for your interest in the Princess Alice Hospice. If you have any questions with regards to the application process please contact the People Services Team on [email protected].
