How to apply
We advertise all DWP vacancies in national or local press, at Jobcentres or under current vacancies on the DWP website.
The job advert for the vacancy you are interested in will tell you how to apply. The process may be different, depending on what job you are applying for.
- Knowledge, skills and experience you will need to work for DWP
- Our recruitment standards and policies
Typical application process
See the job advert
Read about the job vacancy and how to apply
Learn more about the work we do
Fill in the application form. See the job advert for details.
Receive notification if you have been selected for the next stage
Selection tests: for example literacy and numeracy, situational judgement, keyboard skills
Final assessment: for example interview, group discussion, role play, presentation
Conditional job offer subject to pre-appointment checks
Agree start date
Find out more about the application process, at our frequently asked questions.
- Information about the literacy and numeracy tests (24KB)
- Preparation for the interview (19KB)
The process will be different for specialist vacancies
How to apply for specialist vacancies
The application process for specialist vacancies is different. The advert will advise you how to apply.
Specialist vacancies are advertised in national newspapers, in relevant specialist publications and on websites relevant to the professionalism.
