Interview techniques

What makes a job interview successful?

Having the opportunity to present to a selection panel allows you to back up your resume by displaying the qualities which make you ideal for the position you are applying for in the disability and community care sector. If you're new to interviewing or are out of practice, contact our Talent Advisors for help.


Interview techniques


  • Be punctual – double check the time and date of the interview, make sure you know the exact location, and arrive in ample time

  • Be prepared – know the name of your primary contact and understand the operations of the organisation you are interviewing for (to make a start research our Employer Directory)

  • Be ready to outline your strengths and weaknesses - you might need to explain your strengths and weaknesses in your interview so you can show why you are the right person for the role

  • Take extra copies of your resume

  • Be ready for scenario-based questions - these are designed to ascertain how well you cope under pressure, how good a problem solver you are, and how well you relate to peers and colleagues

  • Ask insightful questions – whilst it’s their chance to find more out about you, it’s also your chance to ensure they are right for you

  • Listen carefully to questions and take time to give a considered answer

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Presentation

You never get a second chance to make a first impression, so ensure that you’re well groomed and appropriately dressed.

Be confident

Even if you have been out of the workforce for some time, or are changing your career, you can draw confidence from your skills and life experience to demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Showcase experiences which have given you the ability to problem solve, think laterally, resolve conflict, embrace change, and balance multiple competing demands – all qualities which are valued highly in this sector.

Finally, after the interview, be sure to seek feedback from the interviewers. The more you learn, the more confident you will become in interviews.