Government Policy Profession Policy Advisor HEO

Hello,I received a score of 4 on the personal statement stage and have been put on a waiting list for interview. 'We are pleased to advise that you have passed the minimum benchmark however due to the volume of applications, we are not able to offer you an interview at this time. We may be able to offer you an interview at a later date, and will contact you accordingly if this is the case. We will review this on a regular basis during the recruitment process.'I'm unsure what to think / how likely it is that I'll be offered an interview. Is anyone else in the same boat? Did people who scored 5 get immediately invited to interview?

Hi, I'm just wondering if anyone who has had an interview is still waiting to hear back or has been rejected? I interviewed over a week ago and seeing that most people on here have heard back in a few days is making me think I've not been successful (well done to all btw!) but just wanted to see if anyone in same boat? Also for those who had interview, did anything change on the application page? My status still says interview slot booked...

Does anyone know how much emphasis is on the CV at the personal statement stage? I passed the tests yesterday and have been forwarded to the next stage and I want to ensure my CV is tailored but wondered if it's made a difference to anyone else?

Mine still says that even though I've been offered a position however if you click on review and then feedback you might be able to see your score and comments

Mine still says that even though I've been offered a position however if you click on review and then feedback you might be able to see your score and comments

I think it's likely you may get an invite to interview closer to the closing date or after. Good luck - hope you do! Would also be worth revising your statement for any other applications since so many roles out just now!

Thanks! Fingers crossed. Which other similar roles are out at the moment? Maybe I'm being silly but I haven't seen any. I'll definitely put some more work in on the statement

Did you get an email for the offered position or a phone call? I'm assuming email!

Hi, I'm just wondering if anyone who has had an interview is still waiting to hear back or has been rejected? I interviewed over a week ago and seeing that most people on here have heard back in a few days is making me think I've not been successful (well done to all btw!) but just wanted to see if anyone in same boat? Also for those who had interview, did anything change on the application page? My status still says interview slot booked...

Hi guys!

I applied for this role last Saturday and haven't heard anything... on the CS it still says "application under review"
I didn't think anything bad of it, until I came across this thread and saw a bunch of you have already received offers / invite to interview (congratulations on that by the way) .
Is anyone else awaiting a response for their application? In half a mind to drop them an email, but as somebody mentioned above, it could just be a backlog.

I’d try not to read too much into it. After my interview I was told they would submit their assessment to the recruitment people the next day and I would hear back within 2 weeks. I imagine with 300+ posts to recruit for, it’ll take some time but no news is good news!

Hi there!

I haven't been offered a role yet - not yet had my interview but fingers crossed! For advice on the personal statement, I would recommend 250 approx words per competency. I would use the STAR method and think of examples that resonate with the job description. Use the guidance online to understand what good looks like for each competency at the HEO level.

I would also include company names but beyond that, the job titles are what is important and making sure your description of your duties shows impact and again relevance to the job description where possible.

Do you have any specific tips for the interview especially the strengths based questions? Any advice? Never had a civil service interview before!

I know some people said they used some of the same examples from their personal statement so hoping that'll be fine for me too. Nervous I just won't remember the STAR examples in the actual interview. I got a 7 for the overall application but remembering all the details in an interview for answers makes me put pressure on myself!

On another note my offer is with the Department for Health and Social Care so if anyone is offered a place feel free to DM me - it might be nice to start a little group chat or something

That's great, congratulations!! I've had an email from the Cabinet Office but they would like an informal discussion first which I'm hoping to book in for next week. Did you have a phone call too or was it a straight offer via email?

Also, note to everyone else - I scored a 5 in my application and 6's in the interview, if this helps! I initially applied over a month ago and only just got an offer so I wouldn't worry about not hearing back right away. I also applied quite soon after the role was posted so assume they had less applications at the onset. Its a huge recruitment campaign but a good sign the deadline was extended - there are plenty of roles! Tbh I've found the placing stage the most frustrating. Found out I passed the interview almost 2 weeks ago and still haven't firmly been placed. I want to get excited, tell work etc but don't think I will until I sign on the dotted line! I emailed the Policy Profession recruitment team with some questions I had about timescales and they were great at responding so I would advise that route if you are particularly worried about anything.

Congratulations! I just had an email with a provisional offer confirming my allocation and it said someone will be in touch soon. Good luck with your call!