NHS INTERVIEW PREPARATION
The NHS relies on a variety of staff to operate effectively and job roles are varied.
To be successful in your NHS interview, you should fully understand the role you have applied for and how it fits into the wider service.You should also conduct thorough background research, practice your interview technique, and prepare answers for general interview questions.
In addition, you’ll need to prepare for specific questions relating to jobs in the NHS. With such a broad range of roles on offer, the exact questions will vary.
During the interview, you can expect to provide an overview of your skills, competencies and qualifications and then answer some questions. Depending on the role you have applied for, you might be expected to work through a clinical scenario or a case study.
The NHS application process typically involves several stages:
Application
This involves completing an online application form, submitting a CV, and a covering letter.
Psychometric tests
Applicants may be required to complete aptitude and psychometric tests to assess their cognitive abilities, personality traits, and values.
Video interview
Successful candidates may be invited to complete a video interview, where they will be asked pre-recorded questions and will need to provide recorded answers.
Assessment centre
Applicants who successfully pass the video interview stage may be invited to attend an assessment centre. This involves participating in group exercises, individual interviews, and presentations to assess the candidate's skills, knowledge, and values.
Final interview
Successful candidates will be invited to attend a final NHS interview questions. The final interview will likely include competency-based questions and questions about the organization's values and goals.