How to place an advert
What information do you need to convey?

The Organisation/Department/Unit
- What does it do?
- What is the reputation?
- Is it expanding?
- What is its culture or philosophy?
- Are any exciting initiatives/developments taking place?
- What are the facilities/staff like?
The Role
- The main responsibilities
- What makes it unique?
- Flexible hours (around school hours perhaps?)
- Why has the vacancy arisen?
The Person
- Experience/minimum qualifications required
- Competencies
- Specialist skills/knowledge
- Personal circumstances (e.g. flexibility in hours to be worked, shifts, sickness cover)
- Personal qualities
The Rewards
- Salary (always include a salary, if the reader has to guess, they may not bother)
- Benefits
- Training (internal and external)
- Promotion prospects/career path
Response Details
- Informal discussion details?
- How to apply
If you are unable to find what you are looking for in these pages please email firstop@devon.gov.uk or call on 01392 383415.




