Help applying for a job
Before applying for a job at East Sussex County Council, we strongly recommend that you read the:
- general guidance notes – part of the application pack
- job pack for the post you are applying for.
They detail important information that you should include in your application form.
How we shortlist
Your application form is an important part of our recruitment process. It enables us to decide whether or not to shortlist you for interview.
We use the job description and person specification to shortlist. If you do not clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification, it is unlikely that you will be shortlisted to interview.
Completing the application form
The most important part of the form is the section ‘Why are you applying for this job?’ This is your opportunity to show us how you meet the person specification and job description. You need to demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience match those we require and how they will enable you to successfully do the job.
Use the criteria in the person specification as headings and give examples of your experience and skills under each heading.
You can use skills you have gained from community and voluntary work, leisure interests and your home life, as well as those from your past and present employment.
Check you have demonstrated how you meet all the essential requirements on the person specification. The shortlisting panel cannot guess or make assumptions about your work experience.
Download the application form from the application pack.
CVs
We do not accept CVs and ask all applicants to complete our application form. This is in line with our Equal Opportunities Policy and ensures that information about candidates is presented in a standard format. The exception to this is candidates with a disability where a CV might be the most convenient method of application. Applications from disabled candidates will also be accepted in Braille, on cassette or on the Council’s large type application form.
