We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and well-being and aim to create a sense of belonging in a workplace where everyone feels valued. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy.
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme (RIS) to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative.
The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).
Please note - At this time GPA are unable to offer any Visa Sponsorship to candidates as we do not currently hold a visa sponsorship licence. Please do not apply for permanent roles with GPA if you will require your employer to take on the sponsorship of your current or any future visas.
Sift
To apply, please send your CV to [email protected].
The sift is due to take place by the 24th August 2026.
Interview
GPA policy is for interviews to be held face to face, with virtual interviews only by absolute exception. The date and location will be confirmed if you are invited to interview. If you feel this will be a problem for you, please contact [email protected] to discuss prior to submitting your application.
Interview Invitations are due to be sent out by 28th August, with interviews taking place on the 7th & 14th September in a GPA Office. GPA policy is for interviews to be held face to face, with virtual interviews only by absolute exception. If you feel this will be a problem for you, please contact [email protected] to discuss prior to submitting your application.
At interview, applicants will be scored against 4 behaviours - Working Together, Managing a Quality Service, Changing & Improving, and Delivering at Pace.
Interview questions will be a blend of Behaviour, Experience, Strength and Technical (core skill) questions.
Feedback
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
