Where a further position in PBNI is identified which is considered broadly similar to that outlined in our job advertisement, consideration will be given to filling the new position from an existing recruitment. Feedback The Probation Board for Northern Ireland is committed to ensuring that the processes used to recruit and select staff are fair and in accordance with the recruitment policy. We are consequently committed to providing feedback in respect of decisions taken in determining eligibility/shortlisting as well as at interview. Requests for feedback should be in writing to Human Resources - e-mailing - is acceptable. 4.6 References References will automatically be sought for all successful candidates once he/she has confirmed their intention to take up the conditional offer. Reference checks may also be carried out in all or a selected number of suitable candidates if a number of posts are available or anticipated. Qualifications All candidates will be required to produce the original relevant qualifications, photocopies will not be accepted; if this information is not supplied it will result in the candidate being rejected from the competition. HR allows two weeks for this information to be supplied by the candidate. Disabilities Candidates with declared disabilities who have been successful in the selection process will be contacted by Human Resources where appropriate to establish whether the individual requires any reasonable adjustments to the workplace prior to appointment. Section 5 Appeals Procedure – 5.1 A candidate can use the appeals procedure if he/she can provide grounds that: the process used by the PBNI is flawed or he/she has been treated less favourably than another candidate in the same process. The appeal must be received by the PBNI within 10 working days of the alleged incident taking place. (Explanatory note: This is taken to be 10 days from the date of the letter or email notifying you of the outcome of your application.) 5.2 The stages in the appeals process are: The candidate must write to the Head of Human Resources, PBNI, 80-90 North Street, Belfast BT1 1LD, outlining the reasons and providing evidence why he/she believes there are grounds for appeal. A written receipt of acknowledgement will be issued within 5 working days. The Head of Human Resources will convene an appropriate panel (not previously involved in the recruitment) to consider if there are grounds for appeal.
Where a further position in PBNI is identified which is considered broadly similar to that outlined in our job advertisement, consideration will be given to filling the new position from an existing recruitment. Feedback The Probation Board for Northern Ireland is committed to ensuring that the processes used to recruit and select staff are fair and in accordance with the recruitment policy. We are consequently committed to providing feedback in respect of decisions taken in determining eligibility/shortlisting as well as at interview. Requests for feedback should be in writing to Human Resources - e-mailing - is acceptable. 4.6 References References will automatically be sought for all successful candidates once he/she has confirmed their intention to take up the conditional offer. Reference checks may also be carried out in all or a selected number of suitable candidates if a number of posts are available or anticipated. Qualifications All candidates will be required to produce the original relevant qualifications, photocopies will not be accepted; if this information is not supplied it will result in the candidate being rejected from the competition. HR allows two weeks for this information to be supplied by the candidate. Disabilities Candidates with declared disabilities who have been successful in the selection process will be contacted by Human Resources where appropriate to establish whether the individual requires any reasonable adjustments to the workplace prior to appointment. Section 5 – Appeals Procedure 5.1 A candidate can use the appeals procedure if he/she can provide grounds that: the process used by the PBNI is flawed or he/she has been treated less favourably than another candidate in the same process. The appeal must be received by the PBNI within 10 working days of the alleged incident taking place. (Explanatory note: This is taken to be 10 days from the date of the letter or email notifying you of the outcome of your application.) 5.2 The stages in the appeals process are: The candidate must write to the Head of Human Resources, PBNI, 80-90 North Street, Belfast BT1 1LD, outlining the reasons and providing evidence why he/she believes there are grounds for appeal. A written receipt of acknowledgement will be issued within 5 working days. The Head of Human Resources will convene an appropriate panel (not previously involved in the recruitment) to consider if there are grounds for appeal.
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