What You Will Learn!
- Develop an understanding of different UK interview formats
- Learn about different types of questions and how to answer them in a clear and structured way
- How to prepare strong examples from your existing experience
- How to dissect job adverts to identify the key competencies required and use these to construct concrete examples
- How to recognise a competency based interview question and how to use the STARR technique to provide clearly structured answers
- Top Tips on do's and don'ts for UK interviews
- Helpful resources for your UK job search
Description
Looking for a job in the UK but need to develop knowledge of the recruitment practices and how to tackle UK interviews? This course is designed specifically for international job seekers who are looking for a job in the UK.
The course is suitable for individuals who aspire to work in the UK, whether you are already living in the UK, or are applying for jobs from abroad.
Regardless of how much UK interview experience you have, and what stage you are at with your job search, this course will equip you with knowledge in:
Different interview formats and the types of questions you can expect
How to use the job advert to help you prepare and tailor your answers
How to approach questions like, 'Tell us about yourself' and 'Why do you want to work for this organisation?'
How to answer competency based interview questions like, 'Tell us a time when you worked as part of a team' using the STARR technique
Top tips and do's and don'ts
Cultural dimensions of the UK and effects on the interview process
British manners, etiquette, regional differences, individualism and working with UK recruiters
Strategies for adapting your communication style to the UK
Language skills for performing well in a UK interview
How to build a network and adjust to your new life in the UK once you land your dream job
An interview with an international professional who moved to the UK under the HSMP (Highly Skilled Migrant Programme) and then achieved citizenship.
A variety of resources and guidance to aid your interview preparation and your job search
Who Should Attend!
- International students, or foreign nationals looking to build their knowledge around UK recruitment practices and UK etiquette.
