On this page: How to apply for a job with Swindon Borough Council.
The information on this page relates to jobs listed in the General Vacancies category only. For school support and teaching vacancies please refer to the individual job advertisements for the relevant details.
Application Forms
All applications must be made using our application form, which is available in different formats.
Please note: We do not accept applications by CV.
Postal Applications
On each vacancy page, you will see a link to the appropriate application form (in PDF and Microsoft Word format). Print this form, complete it and then post it to us.
Alternatively, you can contact us to request that we send you the form and application pack in the post.
(The supporting information in the application pack is available on the various pages within this section of this website.)
Completing Your Application Form
Before deciding to apply, carefully read the Job Description, Person Specification and Guidance notes attached to each vacancy.
The Job Description tells you more about the job and what you would be doing if you were appointed. This helps you decide whether you are still interested.
The Person Specification tells you what skills, experience and knowledge you will need to have to be appointed to the job.
If you feel you are suitable for the job, please read the Guidance Notes and complete the application form as fully and accurately as possible.
To help you in completing your application form, an example of a completed application form is available as a downloadable PDF file:
Example Completed Job Application Form (39Kb)
Please see Contact for the address where you should send the form.
Delivering Your Completed Application Yourself
If you prefer, you may deliver your completed form to us in person. This should be delivered to Swindon Direct.
Online (E-mail) Applications
Application forms can also be downloaded from the website, completed and returned to us by e-mail.
Closing Dates
Whichever format your application is made in, it must be received by us by 4.30pm on the closing date specified in the vacancy page and advertisment.
Keep a Copy for Yourself
We recommend that you keep a copy of your application so you can refer to it if you are invited for interview.