Application Process

Vacancies

Advertising

Neath Port Talbot College actively promotes equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. By using varied methods of advertising a vacancy, the College feels it is better placed to attract a wide range of candidates who have the relevant skills/qualifications. Externally, adverts are always placed in the local job centre and usually in the local press and on this website. Adverts are always advertised internally to ensure accessibility.

Applying for a vacancy

Applicants can:

• Apply online by clicking on the button to the right of the post advertised;
• Download an application form and return it to;

      Recruitment & Selection Officer
      Human Resources Unit
      Neath Port Talbot College
      Dwr-y-Felin Road
      Neath
      SA10 7RF

• E-mail jobs@nptc.ac.uk to request an application form quoting the relevant job title and reference number
• Telephone 01639 648031 to request an application form quoting the relevant job title and reference number.

Shortlisting

After the closing date, applications are sent to the relevant department for shortlisting. All candidates are assessed against the published criteria. Those candidates who best meet the criteria are invited to an interview.

References

Two references are requested for each candidate using a standard reference request letter. Appointments may be delayed pending receipt of references. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references.

Offer of employment

The HR Unit will send written confirmation to both unsuccessful and successful applicants. The successful applicant is sent a letter of appointment detailing the terms of employment along with all other relevant literature e.g. pension form, CRB check, health questionnaire, data protection appendix.