This application form has been designed to provide the Head of Department / Manager with sufficient basic information to carry out a preliminary assessment of your suitability for the post. It would be helpful if you would follow the guidelines below when completing this form. The information given will be treated in confidence.

1) SALARY

Please quote your present salary and details of any other monetary benefits.

2) EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Please use this section to give the names and addresses of your previous employers, with the most recent shown first, the position held and the period of time with the organisation.

3) SUPPORTING INFORMATION

You must read the job profile for this post carefully. The criteria laid down are used to decide whether you will be short listed for the interview.

4) REFERENCES

If you do not wish your present employer to be approached for a reference prior to interview, please indicate this on the form. Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references, including one from your present/most recent employer. You will be asked for your permission to seek an employer’s reference at your interview if you are short listed and have indicated that you do not wish your referee to be approached beforehand.

If you have not worked before or for some time, please provide the name of someone who can comment on your ability to do the job you are applying for.

5) DATA PROTECTION

In accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998, the information provided in this form will be used for the recruitment and selection process and may be disclosed to all those who need to see it. It will also form the basis of the confidential personnel record of the successful candidate.

6) EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

HCA International is committed to Equal Opportunities for all and recognises its legal obligations. Please complete the enclosed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form which will not affect your application in any way and will be dealt with in strict confidence.