Searching for your perfect job with us
Working with us is more than a job. It's about being part of a team that is making a difference to the lives of the people in our community. We welcome applications from everyone.
You can create an account at myjobscotland and set up alerts from vacancies that you're interested in, and which match your skills.
You can also follow us on our social media channels , where we list some of our vacancies and our employee stories - Jobs with Perth and Kinross Council Facebook; Facebook; and LinkedIn.
Applying for a job with us
Your application
Each job advertisement provides a detailed description of the role and the ideal candidate, along with a link to the role profile.
Your application should highlight your relevant skills, knowledge, qualifications, values, behaviours, and training to evidence that you meet the job requirements. The selection panel will use this information to determine if you meet the necessary criteria to advance to the next stage.
The online application form will ask if you consider yourself to have a disability. If you answer 'Yes' we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the job (outlined in the job advert and role profile) so it's important that you evidence this in your application.
Tips for completing your application form
- Download role profile: Consider downloading the role profile before the post closes, as it will not be accessible after the advert has closed.
- Flexible completion: You can complete your online application in one go or save it and return to it before the closing date.
- Prevent data loss: To avoid losing your work due to system timeout, consider typing your answers in a Word document and then copying them into the application form.
- Keep information current: Ensure your application form is up to date, including your current or most recent employment and at least three years of work history. This should cover time spent in education, career breaks, periods of unemployment, volunteering, travel, etc., with no gaps.
- Verify contact details: Make sure your email address is correct, as we use it to confirm receipt of your application and to notify you if you've been selected for the next stage. Regularly check your email and spam folder. Also, ensure other contact details, such as your phone number and referees' email addresses, are accurate.
- Demonstrate values and behaviours: Our values and behaviours of ambition, compassion and integrity, influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. Within your application, please give examples of how you match the job requirements and display our values and behaviours.
- Showcase additional experience: Besides work experience, tell us about other activities such as voluntary work, challenging projects, travel, sports, or professional development that have equipped you with valuable skills relevant to the job.
Remember, we want you to present the best version of yourself. Please include as much relevant information as you can and good luck!
If you need additional support in completing your application, please contact us at HR@pkc.gov.uk.
Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not invited for an interview.
Your interview
Congratulations! You have been selected for interview!
Your interview email will provide details of the interview panel, location and any assessments that you will need to complete. You will be invited to book an interview time slot. Once confirmed, you will receive a further email confirming all the interview details.
Watch our short video below which will help you prepare for the day:
Remember, you've made it this far, and we're excited to meet you. Your interview is your chance to shine and showcase the best version of yourself.
After your interview
We will let you know the outcome of your interview as soon as possible if you have been successful. If you have been successful, please make sure to complete your pre-employment checks as soon as you can. Once these are completed, you will be given a formal offer of employment and a start date.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know what skills and experience I need to apply for the position?
The advert will tell you about the job, including the main responsibilities, skills and experience required. A role profile is attached to the vacancy at the bottom of the advert. This will detail additional skills, experience, and knowledge needed for the job. You may want to print a copy of these as they won't be available after the vacancy closes.
Do I have to complete the diversity questions?
Yes, however, you can choose the "Prefer not to answer" option for any of the questions that you do not wish to answer. Information provided in this part of the application does not form part of the selection process and it is not available to the selection panel.
Can you give me more information on the Guaranteed Job Interview Scheme?
We guarantee an interview to any applicant applying through the Guaranteed Job Interview Scheme who has a disability and possesses the skills and experience essential for the job.
Additionally, any disabled applicant who does not wish to apply through the Guaranteed Job Interview Scheme can indicate if they are unable to meet a requirement due to their disability when applying for a job. In such cases, the Council will consider and where reasonable, make adjustments.
The Equality Act (2010) defines a person as disabled if they have a mental or physical impairment that has a substantial long-term effect (more than 12 months) on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
If a person is taking measures to treat or correct an impairment (other than by using spectacles or contact lenses) and without those measures, the impairment would likely have a substantial effect on their ability to carry out normal day to day activities, it is still treated as though it has an effect.
"Hidden" disabilities, for example, mental illness or mental health conditions, diabetes or epilepsy are also included. Cancer, HIV infection and multiple sclerosis are considered disabilities under the Act from the point of diagnosis.
Progressive conditions and those with fluctuating or recurring effects will amount to a disability in certain circumstances.
Section 60 of the Equality Act (2010) prohibits employers from asking questions about health and disability before offering an applicant a job. However, there are specific circumstances when questions can be asked during the recruitment process, such as identifying whether applicants can carry out a function intrinsic to the work concerned. Employers are also allowed to ask questions that enable them to implement positive action to advance equality for disabled people, such as the Guaranteed Job Interview Scheme.
I am having an issue submitting my application
Firstly check if there is an issue with your internet provider. If there are no internet issues, please review the FAQs on the candidate support page on myjobscotland. If you are still unable to find the information you are looking for, please contact the myjobscotland support team at myjobscotland@cosla.gov.uk.
I haven't received confirmation that my application has been submitted?
Once submitted, you should receive an automated email response from myjobscotland. If you don't receive this, please check your spam email or your myjobscotland account to check the status of your application.
How will I know the outcome of my application?
After the closing date and once the selection panel have reviewed your application, you will receive an email advising you of the outcome of your application. This will confirm whether you are progressing to the next stage or if you have been unsuccessful.
Where you have been invited to the next stage, the email will invite you to book an interview time slot. Once you have booked a time slot, you will receive a further email confirming all the interview details i.e. date, time, location etc.
What are pre-employment checks?
You will be notified in your conditional offer of any pre-employment checks that need to be carried out.
This will include:
- Right to Work in the UK
And depending on the nature of the role may include any of the following:
- References
- PVG/Disclosure Scotland
- New Employment Health Assessment
- Overseas Criminal Record Checks
- Registration with relevant regulatory or professional body, as per the job requirements.
Please ensure that you provide the necessary checks as soon as possible. Any delay may impact your start date, payment of your salary or result in the conditional offer being withdrawn.
How do you contact my referees?
We will contact your referees by email, so please ensure that the correct email addresses provided. If no email address is available, please provide the full business address of each referee.
When will I receive a start date?
Once all your pre-employment checks have been received and your new line manager is satisfied with the checks, they will contact you directly to arrange a start date. Welcome to PKC!
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