Preparing Your Application

The following information will help you prepare your application so please read it carefully in addition to the details supplied in the advertisement and job description.

The Application

The purpose of submitting an application for any position is to demonstrate your ability to meet the essential requirements of the job.

The advertisement and job description will describe the key purpose of the position and the skills required to effectively perform in that role. To prepare an effective application, you should therefore have a clear idea about what is required of the job and whether you have the qualifications and experience to succeed in the role.

Your application should consist of two things:

1. A covering letter clearly addressing how you meet each of the selection criteria. It may be useful to include examples of how your past experience or qualifications assist you in demonstrating your abilities in these key areas. Four to eight lines per criterion is usually sufficient.
    
2. A resume outlining your work experience, a summary of educational background and any professional development, and your daytime telephone number. You may supply the names of referees who are able to comment on your work performance at the time of application or, if you are successful in gaining an interview, you may supply these names at the time.
   

Further Information

If you require further information about the position, please contact Human Resources on (02) 9211 6767.

Lodgement of Application

All applications should be lodged via email to hr@goodbeginnings.net.au.

Assessment of Applications

Following the closing date, all applications will be passed to the selection committee and a shortlist of applicants for interview will be agreed. The selection process at Good Beginnings is on the basis of merit in each case. A shortlist of candidates for interview is based on written application only and will include the candidates who meet the selection requirements at the highest level.

Interviews

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by telephone and interview times agreed. Pre-interview screening may be undertaken from time to time.

Selection

All shortlisted applicants will be asked a similar set of questions which are derived from the selection criteria. Selection of the successful applicant is based on the written application, responses to questions at interview and referee reports. The successful applicant will then be offered the position and a commencing remuneration rate will be negotiated. Original documents or certified copies of your qualifications and certificates will need to be provided on commencement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity exists when selection is based on merit regardless of gender, marital status, race, disability, sexual preference or age. Good Beginnings adheres to this principle and it is expected that all employees have an understanding of this as a code of practice to be upheld.

Checklist

1. Read the Job Description
2. Assess your skills against the selection criteria (make sure you have contacted Human Resources for this).
3. Include a covering letter outlining how you meet each of the selection criteria as listed in the advertisement and job description.
4. Attached a current copy of your resume with your daytime telephone number(s).