I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Home Office (London, England) in Oct 2018
Interview
The interview was conducted by two Home Office staff. It was a good experience overall. I had to answer questions based on competencies and was asked some probing questions. They made me feel like they were satisfied with my answers as I tried my best to demonstrate all required behaviours from the civil service framework. Unfortunately after a month of waiting I found out that I was unsuccessful. I didn’t expect to have my answers rated so low and the feedback I got doesn’t tell me why. I don’t think their decision not to offer me this job was based on my answers to the questions. The whole process took over 3 months.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions related to competencies I was assessed during the interview
Recorded video interview at home. Answered a series of behavioural and strength based questions on VidCruiter- one question for each behaviour they had listed on the ad: managing quality service, making effective decisions, delivering at pace.
I applied online. The process took 8 months. I interviewed at Home Office (Liverpool, England) in Oct 2025
Interview
I had an online, pre recorded interview. The questions were skill-based and scenario based. This was afer a performance test, usual written test, and filling out my details. The interview was fairly easy and lasted around 15-20 mins (I believe), easy to prepare for. Questions weren't provided but there is plenty of info available.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Scenario based questions and skill based. i.e. what would you do in this situation/ how do your skills help for this role?
One behaviour and a couple of strengths online. Asked about ways of communicating and team work.
It was just recorded interview so less pressure gave lots of time to prepare
