Interview Skills The Rough Guide

Interview Process Usually 3x interviewers There to get the most out of you and not trick you out AFP interviews for Scotland are in Edinburgh – others vary depending on location Each interview is different depending on place, job etc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVp9rKF3hag Play from 0.38

Prior to interview Blank space questions CV Portfolio (usually used on the day and will contain your evidence)

Blank space question examples Describe your involvement in research? Give examples of your involvement in teaching, what techniques you used and what you learnt whilst teaching Describe your experiences as a leader and what did you gain from them? Why is this location and place best for you?

The Interview itself Starts of gentle – bit of chit chat Why have you applied? Why do you think the job is right for you? Can you tell us about your career aspirations? Then on to general and specific questions

Generic Questions Examples of being a leader – what attributes make a good leader? Examples of teaching – what makes a good teacher? What makes an effective team – examples? Best practice for teaching SJT / acute care styled questions ----- Are you safe?

Specific AFP Tell us about the research you’ve been involved in – what are you most proud of? What skills did you learn from doing your research? Give examples of different types of study design? (know the evidence pyramid) Give an example of how research has influenced your clinical practice?

What can you do to prepare Practice with a friend Think about the wording to some questions and ensure you know your blank space Q’s, CV and portfolio off by heart Know the subject material and the job description! Relax, be yourself and enjoy Never lie or bullshit

Questions?