To save yourself time, gather together the following information before you start filling in the form:

1. An up to date CV or resumé to use for reference

2. Details from your passport (the number and expiry date)

3. Details of your qualifications and graduation dates

4. Details of your employment history in chronological order

5. Contact information for up to three professional referees, including your current or most recent employer

6. A statement in support of each vacancy you are applying for, specifying how your qualifications, skills and experience match the requirements of the job. You should spend time preparing this separately before you start your online application. Refer to the behavioural competencies listed against each job [ see the competency dictionary for more ] and give examples of times when you have behaved in the way described.