Lessons from the master of emotional management Many candidates are asked to make presentations as part of their interview process and a good proportion of those wonder whether their prowess as a presenter suddenly takes over as the appointment criteria, instead of...
Calls for Evidence are easy to ignore. That would be a mistake. They signal what boards and national leaders are thinking about, and they give you a fast route to sounding current and credible at interview. This public post explains the latest Call for Evidence on the...
How much NHS knowledge for consultant interviews is enough? It’s a question we’re asked all the time and it is an issue that definitely stresses more candidates than it should. Preparing for a consultant interview inevitably means engaging with questions...
How would you respond if asked for an example of speaking up but not being listened to? This is now a real interview question in the wake of the Lucy Letby case. 1. Introduction Panels increasingly ask about escalation when concerns are ignored. These questions test...
Teamwork questions in consultant interviews are very common. Panels will also assess how you work with others because modern care is delivered by multidisciplinary teams. Strong teamwork supports safer care, better patient experience, and healthier teams. Candidates...
The purpose of pre-interview visits in person is multi-factorial, including, but not limited to: Developing an understanding of key issues facing department or Trust Gaining a better understanding of the individuals on the interview panel Building some rapport...
