Attending an interview

We hope this information will provide you with everything you need to know about attending an interview with us. If you have any questions and can't find the answer here, please e-mail hr@fareham.gov.uk.

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Travel expenses

You may claim back travel expenses by sending an email to hr@fareham.gov.uk attaching receipts etc. If your interview requires an overnight stay, we will be pleased to make necessary arrangements for you.

Information to bring to an interview

If qualifications and/or a driving licence are a requirement of the post we will need to verify them so please bring with you original copies of your qualification certificates and/or your licence. We need to check that all applicants have the right to live and work in the UK so we will ask you to bring documents to prove this with you to interview.

Our selection process

As part of the selection process we may be asked to carry out a job related assessments or written exercise. Although you may feel apprehensive please do not be put off. Assessments are relevant to the job you have applied for and you will receive details in advance.

Help

We try to make sure our recruitment process is fair for everyone. If you need any adjustments made to any part of the process please let us know. We make adjustments where appropriate on an individual basis to help everyone do their best.

Preparing for your interview

People usually feel a little nervous about attending an interview but by doing some preparation, you are more likely to be able to present your skills and experience well. The interview is an opportunity to show the interview panel that you have the skills, experience and ability to do the job and that you can successfully work within the Council and its culture. It also gives you a chance to gather more information about the job and to confirm that the position and work environment are right for you. You can prepare by:

• Finding out about the Council and the department you will be working for – our website has lots of useful background information
• Making sure you have re-read the job details. Remind yourself of what you included in your application and think of examples you could use to demonstrate your skills and experience
• Thinking about how you can answer difficult questions accurately and positively. While you may want to "sell" yourself to the panel, remember to keep each answer honest and to the point
• Thinking about any questions you might have for the interview panel about the job or working at the Council 
• Planning your journey by allowing time for traffic or other delays
• Dressing appropriately
• Ensuring you have all the documents you need for the interview
• Bringing your interview invitation so you know where to report to and whom to ask for.

Good luck!