• Each application form from any organisation will differ.
  • They are used to ensure that all applicants provide the same relevant information and the the organisation has legally asked the questions it needs to for employment law.
  • If the form is to be completed by hand either print off a number or photocopy the original one. You will need to practice to make sure you can fit the information in the spaces given and to reduce mistakes. You want to present a form free of errors.
  • Read the instructions carefully and make sure you fully understand each question. Careless mistakes could cost you an interview
  • Take your time to complete the form - it is the deciding factor as to whether you gain an interview of not.
  • If possible keep a copy of the completed form.
  • If you are emailing the form back to the organisation, make sure you ask them to send an email receipt or phone and ask if they have received it. Emails do go missing and after the hard work of completing the form you want to make sure you are considered for the role.
  • The same applies if you are asked to post in the form, phone the organisation to make sure they have received it.