Blackpool’s Grand Theatre recruitment process follows a set procedure;
Review job description and person specification
- Prior to advertising a position, we will ensure that the job description and person specification are up-to-date and available in an accessible format.
Advertise
- Recruitment advertisements are always placed on our website, on our social media, and at times on external job listing sites and in selected arts media.
- The theatre reserves the right to re-advertise the position if no suitable candidate is found.
Shortlisting
- A scoring sheet is created based on the criteria set out in the person specification.
- A short-listing panel will select the candidates for interview using these criteria.
Interview(s)
- For most positions, interviews will be held as soon as practical. A first Interview may be held by TEAMS / Zoom (Gte a free version of teams here).
- A second interview will be held 1-2 weeks later (if required, usually Full time positions).
- A third interview will be held 1-2 weeks following this (if required, usually manager and senior positions).
- Interviews will be carried out by an interview panel who have been selected due to their knowledge and understanding of the department and job role that is being recruited for. Interview panels will usually include the department manager/head.
- Interviews will not be carried out by a single staff member.
- Interviews will be scored using a scoring sheet.
- Following an interview, it can take up to 14 days for a decision to be made (candidates will be informed if it is going to take longer).
Selection
- Where possible, successful candidates will be notified by phone or email.
- Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email.
If you would like to talk to us call 01253 290 111, alternatively email admin@blackpoolgrand.co.uk.
Download the Recruitment Policy
