Welcome
Thank you for your interest in working at The Queen’s College.
We are very pleased that you are considering applying for a role with us. The information below is intended to guide you through the application process and help you prepare your application.
When you click Apply, you will be asked to sign in or create an account. Please select Personal Account (or the most appropriate option for you) and then follow the application stages below.
Before you begin
Before starting your application, it may be helpful to have the following ready:
• an up-to-date CV
• your Introductory Statement / supporting statement
• details of your employment history
• your education and qualifications
• the contact details for your referees, if these are requested for the role
We would encourage you to read the Vacancy and any Further Particulars carefully before you begin.
The application process
There are five sections to complete as part of your application:
1. Terms and Conditions
Please read and accept the relevant terms and conditions before continuing.
2. Preliminary Questions
You will be asked some initial questions relating to the role and your eligibility for employment.
3. Build Your Application
This is the main part of the application process.
In this section, you will be asked to:
• Upload your CV
The system will use the information in your CV to auto-populate parts of your People First application. Please review this information carefully and amend it where needed.
• Complete your Introductory Statement
The Introductory Statement is an important opportunity to show how you match the role, so we encourage you to complete it as fully as possible. It should be an accurate and honest reflection of your own experience, skills and interest in the role.
Please use this section to explain:
- why you are interested in the role
- how your qualifications and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria
- what skills, experience and personal qualities you would bring to the College
- how these demonstrate your ability to carry out the duties of the post
• Complete the remaining sections
Please ensure that all required parts of this section are completed before moving on.
• Submit your application
By clicking Submit & Apply, you will formally submit your application.
4. Supplementary Questions
You may be asked some additional questions relating to the role or your employment details.
5. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Please complete the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion section as part of your application.
A few helpful notes
• Please make sure that the information in your application is complete and accurate before submitting it.
• Once submitted, you may not be able to make further changes.
• If a role has a published closing date, please ensure your application is submitted before that deadline.
Need help?
If you have any questions about the application process, or experience any technical difficulties with the application system, please contact HR@queens.ox.ac.uk
If your query relates to the role itself, please refer to the contact details provided in the advert or vacancy information.
Good luck!
Thank you again for your interest in The Queen’s College, and we wish you every success with your application.
