The government has recently announced plans for a new defence strategy, that would see thousands of armed troops taking to the streets. This is known as Operation Temperer. The plans come in the wake of a traumatic month for global security, which has seen an unprecedented rise in terrorism. In this blog, we’ll investigate the […]
If you are familiar with the term job selection process, you are probably familiar with the term psychometric testing. If not, you should be! Psychometric testing is a commonly used way for employers to measure how well you can perform in a job role. Along with interviews and other assessments, psychometric testing is now one […]
SPATIAL ABILITY TESTS – MAPS and PLANS – are specifically designed to assess a person’s ability to visualise and interpret information provided. Generally, these types of questions will use shapes, images, maps or plans in order to determine how well a person is able to follow basic instructions. Understanding maps and reading basic plans are vitally […]
One popular form of job related fitness assessment, is the Bleep Test. Used by some of the most esteemed organisations in the country, including the Police Service and Fire Service, the Bleep Test is the ultimate examination of a candidates fitness and stamina. However, in recent years there have been several complaints over the effectiveness […]
GCHQ CAREERS: THE APPRENTICE’S GUIDE With the upcoming release of the new James Bond film, interest in spy culture has reached fever pitch. Now more than ever before, organisations such as GCHQ and MI5 have been thrust into the limelight. Whether we are applauding the way that they protect us from overseas threats, or pondering […]
As of August 2015 the college of policing in the UK amended the police officer recruitment interview question format. This article provides candidates with details information and advice on how to prepare effectively for the new format, which includes both motivational and value based questions, in addition to the past behaviour questions. The new style […]
For many people, working at MI5 is nothing more than a dream. Their view of MI5 jobs are tailored by films and television. Whether they are inspired by characters like James Bond, or scared off by shows like Spooks, these people will never even attempt to apply. In reality, MI5 jobs are very different to […]
The UK Civil Service plays a significant role as part of the Government. The Civil Service helps to develop and implement new policies and procedures and enforce them in society. They primarily provide a service directed to all people across the country in order to support and assist issues such as: Paying benefits; Healthcare; […]
Every day, our lives and the lives of those around us are under threat. Terrorism and other serious crimes pose a real danger to the general public. If left unchecked, the perpetrators of these crimes could impose serious damage on our society. The 21st century has already seen several major acts of terrorism. The global […]
