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Please note that, in the interests of equality, we do not accept CV’s. A supporting statement should be attached to your application form.
You can find out more about the recruitment process, supporting statements and pre-employment checks at How to apply - Fife Council Jobs and Careers
Applications must be submitted electronically via Oracle Cloud. You can apply using the Apply now links on this page.
As part of your application, you must provide a Supporting Statement which outlines how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this position. Within the supporting statement, candidates are required to focus on the following areas:
Under the Equality Act 2010, we have a duty to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process for job applicants who tell us that they have a disability.
Job information can be made available in an alternative format upon request. Requests should be submitted to Karen.Rennie@fife.gov.uk, HR Business Partner.
Fife Council have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme. It is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions.
Our commitment means we will invite all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job to interview.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process, please email Karen.Rennie@fife.gov.uk, HR Business Partner.
Selection will be by Appointment Sub Committee. It is anticipated that shortlisted candidates will be notified by Friday 4th April 2025.
If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete psychometric testing between 7th-19th April 2025, participate in informal and stakeholder interviews week commencing 5th May 2025.
Final Appointment Sub Committee presentation and interview will be held week commencing 9th June 2025. Please note informal and formal interviews will take place in person in Fife House, Glenrothes, Fife.
We have a legal duty to ensure that all Fife Council employees have the right to work in the UK.
To ensure we meet these obligations and to prevent illegal working, shortlisted candidates will always be asked to provide documents to confirm their right to work in the UK. For more information about suitable forms of ID, visit the Home Office Website.
We will seek references covering the 3-year period before appointment. A minimum of two references will be required, including one from your current or most recent employer. References will be taken up for the successful candidate only.
All shortlisted candidates are asked to bring evidence of the qualifications to interview if they are essential to the job.
Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Screening to ensure the successful candidate is fit to undertake the duties of the role. Checks are initiated by the Shared Service Centre Recruitment Team based on job requirements and where required, information is reviewed, and assessments carried out by Occupational Health.
Candidates should also note that the provision of false information or the omission of material information in their application or at interview may lead to the offer of employment being withdrawn or summary dismissal.
For an informal discussion please contact Carol Connolly, Executive Director Place at Carol.Connolly@fife.gov.uk
