How To Apply
All applications must be completed in full using the provided application form. We do not accept CVs or additional documents unless specifically stated otherwise in the job advert. Any additional information you wish to provide should be included directly in the application form in the 'additional information' section. This ensures that all relevant details are presented consistently and fairly during the selection process.
Edge Hill Students' Union is committed to promoting fairness and equality in our recruitment process. As part of this commitment, we practice blind recruitment. This means that identifiable information, such as names, age, and gender, is removed from applications during the shortlisting process. This approach helps reduce unconscious bias and ensures that our selection decisions are based solely on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and suitability for the role.
How to Strengthen Your Application for Edge Hill Students' Union
When applying for a role at Edge Hill Students' Union, we will assess how well your application aligns with the person specification for the position you're interested in. Applicants who best match the person specification will be shortlisted for an interview. It's essential that you clearly demonstrate how you meet all the essential criteria listed.
To increase your chances of being invited for an interview, make sure to highlight the skills and experiences that make you a strong candidate for the role. Provide clear and specific examples of how you meet each requirement outlined in the person specification. Please note that you must meet all the essential criteria to be considered for an interview.
The ‘Additional Information’ section of the application form is crucial. This is your opportunity to showcase your relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Your selection will be based on how well your examples match the role’s requirements as outlined in the person specification. It's important to tailor your responses to each criterion, as we won't make assumptions about your qualifications or experiences.
For each requirement in the person specification, please provide at least one example that clearly demonstrates your suitability. Use past experiences where possible, and be precise about what you did, how you did it, and the results you achieved.
You might find the S.T.A.R. approach helpful:
- Specific – Provide a specific example.
- Task – Briefly describe the task, objective, or problem.
- Action – Explain what you did.
- Results – Share the outcome or results of your actions.
Whenever possible, use recent work examples. However, relevant experiences from other areas of your life—such as voluntary work, university or college projects.
