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We’ll show you the way

As you’d expect, our selection process is rigorous. So while we try to progress everyone’s application as quickly as possible, it still takes some time. This page will give you some idea of our award winning process and what to expect throughout.

There are three key stages to the process:

Stage One

Application and online testing

Applications will close 9th December 2011 at 10am. The tests that you complete provide us with accurate and valid data to help us make a decision whilst at the same time ensuring fairness. The tests will also give you some insight into what working life on the scheme can be like, enabling you to make an informed decision as to whether we are right for you. Once you have submitted your online application you will be invited to complete the following online testing tools:

  • Verbal reasoning
  • Numerical reasoning
  • Personality questionnaire
  • Situational judgement test

All tests must be completed by 10am, 14th December 2011. We strongly encourage you to complete your online tests as early as possible.

Stage Two

Interview – 25th January 2012 – 10th February 2012.

Successful candidates from Stage One will be invited to attend a structured competency-based interview conducted by senior NHS managers. These will be held at:

  • Manchester on 25th – 27th January 2012
  • London on 30th January – 3rd February 2012
  • Birmingham on 6th – 10th February 2012

To ensure you have the greatest chance of acquiring your desired time slot and location for your interview, please book your slot as soon as you receive your invite.

Stage Three

The Leadership Challenge Assessment Centre, 12th – 16th March 2012.

Successful candidates from stage two will be invited to attend the Leadership Challenge Assessment Centre which will be based on the life of an NHS manager and provides you with an extremely realistic insight into life on the NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme.

Offers

We expect offers to be made week commencing 2nd April 2012.