CQC interview

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Hello!
I am a usual Mumsnetter, but changed username.

I had an interview with CQC for a inspector role just over two weeks ago, they said they'd be in touch either way by end of last week or beginning of this week. The portal says my application is "in review" and no change since before interview.

How long shall I give it until I follow up, or shall I even follow it up at all? It's a job I've wanted for a while but I'm unsure of what the realistic timescales are with these sorts of organisations!

Thanks

mine was 13th. so glad i jumped on mumsnet and found this thread!

Maybe you wil hear back this week! Keeping my fingers crossed for you🤞.
Me too! When searching for CQC Inspector interview tips, not much comes up.

Hi all just read through , and congratulations to everyone. Please can anyone let me in on how the interview works , also for those who have resumed how is the role of cqc inspector adult social care, could you please explain the home based

Hello and welcome!
Have you completed your written assessments yet? If so, have you been successful for interview? Which region did you apply for? I have also applied for Adult Social Care, however South Region.

Hi I applied for the London region and I have not don’t the written test, but could you please put me through on what to expect for the written

have you been shortlisted for written and was your application deadline 1st Dec?

I could be wrong, however I think shortlisting has been completed now for written assessments. Have you checked your application in the online portal, what does it say?

I have just gotten their email that I have been shortlisted to take the written test, it’s just a job offer I am open to trying but I wanted to know what the written test is like and also for people who have started the role I want to know how flexible the role is

Hello all.
Sorry to jump on.
I was told mid December I was successful at interview and I would be updated within 4 weeks with news of if there is an immediate vacancy in my area. Still waiting though unfortunately.
Would anyone have any ideas?

Hi, congratulations on being successful for interview! Which area/sector did you apply for?

well i never...this one has shocked me. 4 weeks and nothing! WOW

Me too! It's strange they advertised for a vacancy but 4 weeks after interview nothing....

Have you heard back regarding your written assessment yet? x

Not a scooby. im guessing not for you too- 2 weeks now :(

Nope nothing at all, only been 1 week for me though so trying not to lose hope.

Interview monday… any tips would be appreciated xx

congratulations on interview and good luck!
just out of curiosity how long did you wait to hear back after submitting your written assessment?

Thank you!
i submitted end of Nov and heard 2nd week of jan that through to next round. Then a week later confirmation of interview date? X

Good luck, let us know how you get on.
interview tips wise, I'm still waiting to hear back from written assessment.

just some general interview tips -

• read through the job description and person specification beforehand as they will most likely ask you what made you apply for the role.
• make sure you mention any previous relevant experience you have and transferable skills.
• think of some questions you could ask at the end, I feel like employers like this as makes them aware you're genuinely interested and eager for the role.
• be confident and be yourself! 😊

How did it go? All fingers crossed for you and hope for a speedy response :)

found it pretty difficult and not holding out hope but tried my best and thats all you can do. They were a lovely interview panel and put me at ease. Just a dif style of interview to what im used to in the NHS x

You did your best that's all you can do, don't lose hope! Did they say how long until they would get back to you?

@ThisJoyousPinkEagle
Same. Have you followed up via email at all? I'm waiting for their response at the moment but was thinking of ringing but I suppose there's no update since they haven't been in touch..

Definitely give them a call. I tried emailing but had no response. I called and had a phone call back within an hour with a job offer.

How long after interview did you find out if successful or not? Xx

Just be aware they are a toxic place to work. Look after your mental health.