Standish Community High School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

1. SUPPORTING INFORMATION - SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE This section of the application form is very important, as this is where you demonstrate your suitability for the job. Read through the advertisement and the job description to get a clear view of what the job involves. The person specification describes the necessary skills, experience and qualifications we are looking for. Pay particular attention to those areas on the person specification described as essential. Make sure that you tell us how you match the requirements of the job. Therefore, give examples of any relevant ability, experience and qualifications. This may be from your current or previous job, or from community or voluntary work, or from skills transferable from other life experience, particularly if you have been out of paid employment for some time. For example, you may have considerable domestic responsibilities, or may organise social or community activities in your spare time. • Ensure that the information you provide is well organised and relevant • It should show to that extent you have gained the skills and experience necessary for the post • Give specific examples of the work you have been involved in, how you went about it and the outcome • Always remember to specify your responsibilities rather than those of your section or department
2. Have you ever been dismissed from any employment for any reasons other than redundancy? If YES please give details, including dates, reasons and employer.
3. Have you at any time received, or do you have pending, a caution, bind-over, reprimand, final warning or conviction? If yes, please state: