I applied through other source. The process took 12 months. I interviewed at HMPPS (Manchester, England) in Sep 2022
Interview
Lengthy, and testing, but fair. Competency-based questions, with positive scoring process means you just need to keep talking and hitting the brrief with matching skills and experiences. Very formal and professional. Clear instructions given.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Give an example of when you have delivered in a fast-paced situation.
interview process was good, 2 intro question which was not marked, then 3 strength question from the strength dictionary. Followed by the behaviour question in the job advert.
delivery at pace
managing a quality service
making effective decision
working together
The interview process was quite easy and you get asked skill and behaviour based questions. Not too many each and they are relatively easy to answer. All that interviewed me were kind and friendly which was nice.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How strongly do you believe that it is better to work as a group rather than as an individual?