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Question Time

Think about possible questions which may arise about yourself, the job and the company.

Questions about you

 bullet pointHow did you get on at school/college?
 bullet pointWhy did you decide upon your choice of subjects/course?
 bullet pointWhat do you do in your spare time?
 bullet pointWhat are your hobbies?
 bullet pointWhat are you good at?
 bullet pointWhat are your ambitions?


Questions about the job

 bullet pointWhy do you want this job?
 bullet pointWhat skills can you offer the company?
 bullet pointWhat do you know about the company?
 bullet pointWhat do you think is involved in the job?
 bullet pointWhat makes you think you are suited to this job?
 bullet pointWould you be prepared to work shifts/weekends/overtime?
 bullet pointWhat personal qualities make you suited to this occupation?
 bullet pointWhat previous work experience have you had?
 bullet pointWhy do you want to work for this company?


Questions you can ask at the interview

 bullet pointWho will supervise my work?
 bullet pointHow will the standard of my work be assessed?
 bullet pointWill I receive training and does it lead to a recognised qualification such as NVQ (National Vocational Qualification)?
 bullet pointAre there opportunities for promotion?
 bullet pointWhat is the starting pay?
 bullet pointWhat hours will I work?


TIPS

You may be nervous but don’t worry, relax. If you have followed our tips then you have prepared as well as you can.

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