Keep to the gold standard
Here you’ll find hints and tips on making the best application possible.
You’ll find all vacancies advertised on the current vacancies page, in jobcentreplus, national and local newspapers, specialist publications where appropriate, and on the Civil Service Gateway.
All advertisements have information on how to apply and all applications are made online. However, we can supply a paper version of the application form on request.
You may need to make a few modifications to your computer before you start.
- If you have pop-up blocking software, please disable it for the duration of the test. If you have a Google bar, you will also need to disable pop-up blockers by clicking on ‘options’ and unchecking the box marked.
- Security settings set to ‘high’ may also affect the test. Check your settings by going to ‘Tools>Internet Options>Security>Default settings’ and set a medium to low setting.
- If you are not sure which version your browser runs, check the ‘about’ option from the ‘Help’ menu on your browser.
If you do not have Internet access at home, it is available at libraries, community centres and Internet Cafés. Please ensure that any system you use meets these requirements:
| Platform | Browser | Version |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft 95 and above | Internet Explorer | 5.0 or greater |
| Microsoft 95 and above |
Netscape | 6.2x or greater |
| Microsoft 95 and above | Firefox | 1.0 or greater |
| Microsoft 95 and above | Opera | 5.0 or greater |
| Macintosh | Internet Explorer | 5.0 or greater |
| Macintosh | Safari | 1.0 or greater |
All applications should be made online. Follow the links below and read the information provided carefully:
If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online please contact the Graduate Team on Tel 01236 783713.
