The night before an interview is a confusing and difficult time. While most people understand that the night before their interview is an essential part of the interview preparation process, many of them just don’t understand how to use the final night to their advantage. Whether they are nervous and try to cram too […]
When looking for jobs, one of the most popular schools of thought is that your qualifications are what will put you ahead of other candidates. The higher your qualifications, the harder you have worked to prepare for a life in the career, and the more knowledge you have picked up. However, this is not […]
The government has recently announced plans for a new defence strategy, that would see thousands of armed troops taking to the streets. This is known as Operation Temperer. The plans come in the wake of a traumatic month for global security, which has seen an unprecedented rise in terrorism. In this blog, we’ll investigate […]
If you are familiar with the term job selection process, you are probably familiar with the term psychometric testing. If not, you should be! Psychometric testing is a commonly used way for employers to measure how well you can perform in a job role. Along with interviews and other assessments, psychometric testing is now […]
SPATIAL ABILITY TESTS – MAPS and PLANS – are specifically designed to assess a person’s ability to visualise and interpret information provided. Generally, these types of questions will use shapes, images, maps or plans in order to determine how well a person is able to follow basic instructions. Understanding maps and reading basic plans are vitally […]
One popular form of job related fitness assessment, is the Bleep Test. Used by some of the most esteemed organisations in the country, including the Police Service and Fire Service, the Bleep Test is the ultimate examination of a candidates fitness and stamina. However, in recent years there have been several complaints over the […]
GCHQ CAREERS: THE APPRENTICE’S GUIDE With the upcoming release of the new James Bond film, interest in spy culture has reached fever pitch. Now more than ever before, organisations such as GCHQ and MI5 have been thrust into the limelight. Whether we are applauding the way that they protect us from overseas threats, or […]
As of August 2015 the college of policing in the UK amended the police officer recruitment interview question format. This article provides candidates with details information and advice on how to prepare effectively for the new format, which includes both motivational and value based questions, in addition to the past behaviour questions. The new style […]