What happens after I have applied?

All potential candidates are required to complete an application form and submit this via the Dorset Council portal.

All applications must be received by the stated closing date, we are unable to accept applications submitted after this time.

Applications will then be considered with respect to the criteria outlined for the post in the Job Description, this outlines the skills, knowledge, qualifications and any additional attributes required for the role.

The Interview Process

Having applied for a post at the Wessex Multi-Academy Trust, you may be shortlisted and offered an interview.

If you are selected for an interview, we will give you as much notice as possible. All our interviews are conducted by a panel of two people or more. Depending on the post you have applied for, you may be asked to deliver a presentation or participate in a work-related test. Your interview letter will give you any relevant details.

After the interview, you will be contacted as soon as possible to inform you whether or not you have been successful.

It is our practice to advise all applicants of the outcome of their application at all stages in the process.

Job Offers

We hope you are successful at the interview. A job offer will be made to you giving you all the detail you will need about working with us.

We are required by law to ensure all staff have the right to work in the United Kingdom and if you are offered a post, we will ask you to bring proof of your ID such as a passport or birth certificate. We also require our staff to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing employment and in some cases, a medical questionnaire may be completed.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us using the Contact Us page or call us on 01305 231510.