Recruitment process: Applying

Completing the application form

Walsall Council uses application forms so that we can determine what information candidates provide. It makes comparing and selecting applicants easier and fairer. We will not accept a curriculum vitae in place of an application form. The problem with CVs is that every one is different and provides different information about a candidate, therefore it is extremely difficult to compare candidates with the specific job requirements.

Remember, if you have a disability that means you cannot easily complete an application form then we will accept your application in some other medium, i.e. on audio tape.

Walsall Council has 3 types of application form. A short application form for manual jobs, one specifically for teachers and a standard application form for all other jobs. In addition to the appropriate application form you will receive:-

A Job Description

This document lists the main activities of the job including the responsibilities.

An Employee Specification

This gives details of the experience, skills, knowledge and abilities needed to do the job. Every job application form received will be compared to the requirements of the employee specification. A good application form is one which is concise and fully matches the requirements listed on the employee specification.

Before completing the form

Carefully read the job description and employee specification. If possible take a photocopy of the form to practice on first, then fill in the original.