ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS AT YOUR INTERVIEW

Questions that help you stand out and be top of mind with the panel

Questions relating to the organisation:

These questions are designed to determine how strong and secure the organisation is.

  1. Can you tell me about the organisation's plans to improve care quality?  

  2. What are your quality improvement targets for this year and next year?  

  3. What is your policy towards staff training and development?

  4. How would you describe the culture of the company?

Questions relating to the role you have applied for:

These questions are related to the job role and can help clarify issues regarding the responsibilities and tasks involved:

  1.  How would you describe a successful team member and leader in the team?

  2. What opportunities exist for growth and development in the role?

  3. How do you see me best contributing to the role with my experience and skills?

  4. Why is the position vacant?

  5. Why did the previous job holder leave?

  6. What are the immediate challenges in the role?

  7. What would you say is the key thing I could deliver that would benefit the team and organisation? 

  8.  What type of training do you provide for this role?

  9. Can you describe the appraisal system?

  10. Who does the job report to?

Questions relating to the interview process itself:

These questions are related to the interview and recruitment process:

  1. Would you like me to expand on any of my achievements?  

  2. Can you tell me what happens next in the recruitment process?

  3. I'm very interested in the role; when do you expect to make a decision?

  4. Is there anything else you would like from me at this stage or before you make your decision?

  5. What else can I do to win the job?

Questions that will derail your interview

We would recommend that you DO NOT ask the following in the interview.  

There will be plenty of time to discuss and consider these during the negotiation stage and after you have started working.

  1. How much will I get paid?

  2. Can I work flexi-time?

  3. Can I leave early on Fridays to take my children to sports practice?

  4. Can I have travel expenses for this interview? 

Or any form of the above. All of these may become relevant if you are offered the job and are not appropriate at this stage.

You have come to the end of your Interview training. You should now be able to manage your interview preparations with ease and confidence. If you have any questions please join the Implementation and accountability sessions on Thursday evenings at 7-8pm.

Wishing you all the very best!