So gutted

[Pickandmix41]

Put this in employment but didn't get any replies. I was successfully shortlisted and interviewed for a NHS admin role. Part of the essential criteria was GCSE English and Maths at C or above. I have English but not Maths which was correctly documented on my application. I do have a BTEC ND at Distinction level which is equivalent to 3 grade A A levels and is my highest qualification.

In the middle of pre employment checks now and they've asked to see my certificates which I have taken in today. I have since had a email asking me to confirm if I have Maths. I'm so upset this is probably now all going to be taken away from me. I can't understand why if it was so important why was I even shortlisted and interviewed when it was clear on my application i don't have it. I have 14 years experience in a similar role and it's just gutting that it's got this far to be taken away sad. Any advice anyone?

So I haven't had a response from HR but I have emailed the hiring manager and they have responded saying they knew the situation prior to interview and considered the BTEC to be more than adequate proof of my level of education so they are contacting HR and will keep me updated.

Isn’t the requirement for Maths and English GCSE sometimes just to show you have reached a suitable level of education. So if you have higher qualifications you have demonstrated you have reached that basic level and more.

Many firms do a maths and literacy competency test as part of their recruitment process. DH’s accountancy business does, many graduates fail this, even with English and Maths GCSEs.

@Pickandmix41

That sounds really positive!

Fingers crossed for you.