To apply, click on the job title of the role to view the advert, and click on the ‘Apply for this job’ button at the bottom of the page.
Register or Login
- If you are a new applicant, you'll need to register for an account.
- If you have previously applied for a job with us, you will need to log in to your account to complete your application. If you have forgotten your password, you can easily reset it by clicking on the forgotten password option; make sure to check your junk mail if you think the link has not arrived.
Fill in your application
You can save your application as you go; you do not have to complete all the sections at once. To revisit your application, you will need to log in to the portal.
You will need to complete all sections of the application form to submit an application.
Please note, to ensure a fair and anonymous application process, all applications must be made online via our portal. For some positions you will be able to attach your CV at the end of the application form if you wish, please ensure no personal details are included on your CV.
For tips on writing a CV visit the National Careers Service website:
Additional Information
Where you have a disability under the Equality Act 2010 and you demonstrate in your Supporting Information that you meet the essential criteria for the post, you'll be offered a guaranteed interview for the post.
If you can help us identify any adjustments which we can implement to help you either at interview or to perform the job, then please let us know.
Identifying requirements at an early stage can help us with planning and make the interview process run much more smoothly and hopefully help you present yourself at your best.
As part of our commitment to Norfolk Armed Forces Covenant, if the Armed Forces was your employer within the last 3 years and you meet the essential criteria on the person specification, you'll be invited for interview.
Supporting statement
This is the most important section of your application as this where we will look for evidence of the skills we need.
You'll be asked to outline your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the points in the person specification of the job profile, which is published with each advert.
Make sure that you provide clear evidence that you meet the criteria. Don't just tell us you can do it, tell us:
- What the situation was
- What actions you took
Not all jobs require specific qualifications or experience - it is the personal qualities, skills and attitude that are important in many cases e.g. team working, initiative and flexibility.
We value transferrable skills and encourage applicants who do not have direct experience to provide examples from other areas that meet the requirements.
What happens next
When you have submitted your application you will receive an automated email confirmation.
Applications will be shortlisted by the recruiting managers (with personal details anonymised)., shortlisting is based on your responses to the criteria on the person specification and how well you meet the requirements of the job.
If your application has been successful the recruiting manager will contact you to invite you attend an interview. You may be asked to log in to the portal to choose your preferred interview time. All candidates will be emailed with the outcome of their application once shortlisting has taken place.
Interview
If you are invited to attend an interview, it is important that you prepare. You will be asked questions relating to how our skills, knowledge and experience relate to the role and how you can demonstrate the essential criteria and PACE competencies, you can view the Councils PACE values here.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The council is committed to a policy of equality of opportunity in employment, in recruitment and the services we provide. Applications are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post regardless of sex, race, ethnic origin, disability, age, marital status, domestic responsibilities, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. People with disabilities are guaranteed an interview provided they are suitably qualified and/or experienced.
Candidates will be considered for shortlisting on the factual information on their application form. Therefore it is important to give as much information as possible including information about experience gained outside employment.
Pre-employment checks
If you are offered a role with Norwich City Council, we shall send you an offer letter electronically and information on the next steps.
All offers are conditional based on receipt of satisfactory references and, where applicable, additional pre-employment checks.
Depending on the position you are offered, the checks may include a Basic Disclosure (Disclosure Scotland) or an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Having a previous conviction will not necessarily prevent you from working with us. In accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), we consider each situation on an individual basis.
Additionally, in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all staff are required to provide documentation to prove their legal right to work in the UK.
