We’ll show you the way
As you’d expect, our selection process is rigorous. So while we try to progress
everyone’s application as quickly as possible, it still takes some time. This
page will give you some idea of the process and what to expect throughout.
There are three key stages to the process:
Stage one
Application and on-line testing
The application window is open from 18th August to 28th November 2008.
We're using the latest approaches to initial screening to ensure that we both
get a good fit. The tools that you complete provide us with accurate data to
help make a decision whilst at the same time ensuring fairness and easy
accessibility. The tools will also give you some insight into what working life
as a trainee can be like, enabling you to make an informed decision as to
whether we are right for you. Once an application has been submitted, applicants
are invited to complete the following on-line testing tools:
• Verbal reasoning
• Numerical reasoning
• Situational judgement test
• Motivational questionnaire
All tests must be completed by 3rd December at 1pm. Successful applicants
of stage one will be contacted between 11th and 12th December.
Stage two
Interview – 5th January – 23rd January 2009
Successful candidates from Stage One will be invited to attend an
Interview. These will be held at venues around the country and is a structured
competency-based interview conducted by two NHS managers. Questions will be
asked around some of the competencies found on this site.
Stage three
24 hour National Leadership Challenge – Warwick, 2nd March to 13th March 2009
Successful candidates from Stage Two will be invited to attend the National
Leadership Challenge which will give you an insight into a day in the life of
NHS managers. Overnight accommodation is provided. If you have not received an
invitation via email to attend the Leadership Centre by 8th February 2008 your
application has not been successful this year. You are welcome to apply again.
Offers
We expect offers to be made around 20th March 2009.