Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust interviews
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust interviewsHow the interview runs
- ShortlistingApplications are shortlisted against the job description and person specification.
- Online testsSome roles have online tests; nursing roles at Band 5/6 and above have drug calculation tests.
- Values-based interviewInterviews use value-based questions and also look at strengths and competency; a presentation is sometimes requested.
- Decision and feedbackThe panel decides from scores and any test results, and candidates are encouraged to ask for feedback.
Source: imperial.nhs.uk
What they assess: values
“We expect any prospective/current employee to accept our values and reflect them through their work.”
Imperial College Healthcare NHS TrustStep by step recruitment guide
Show the value with an example
Choose one placement example that shows what you did, and match it to the criterion.
ExampleWhat they assess: reflection
“Whether successful or not, you should request feedback so you can understand where you can learn from your interview experience and apply your learning to your next interview.”
Imperial College Healthcare NHS TrustStep by step recruitment guide
Say what you would do differently
Describe one thing you would change and the feedback you would ask for.
ExampleHow the process runs
“All of our interviews use value-based questions focusing on our Trust values.”
Imperial College Healthcare NHS TrustStep by step recruitment guide
Know the format before the day
Prepare one example you can adapt to a values question, a scenario and a panel.
Example“Interviews are based on our Trust values and behaviours, as well as identifying your strengths and competency for the role.”
Imperial College Healthcare NHS TrustStep by step recruitment guide
“Band 5/6 and above nursing roles – drug calculation tests”
Imperial College Healthcare NHS TrustStep by step recruitment guide
How they say to prepare
“Revisit the job description and person specification and try to prepare any answers to questions you think you may be asked on the day.”
Imperial College Healthcare NHS TrustStep by step recruitment guide
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