How to apply
If you would like to apply for this post, please send your CV and supporting statement (maximum of two sides of A4) to recruitment@jrct.org.uk
In your supporting statement, you should ensure that you try to address the criteria set out in the person specification for the role. Make sure you give evidence which shows how you meet the criteria, not just telling us that you did it.
Please ensure that you complete your application by the closing date.
Closing date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
Interviews will be held week commencing January 12, 2026
We do not send individual acknowledgement of applications due to the high volume of applications we receive, and we only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
If you would like an informal chat about this role, we can offer calls with our chief executive, Nicola Purdy, by arrangement, please email recruitment@jrct.org.uk, and we will contact you with available slots.
After the closing date has passed, the recruiting manager and the interview panel will shortlist applicants who have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria set out in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews. Normally applications received after the closing date are not considered
If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be invited to a selection process. A panel of two or more, including the recruiting manager conducts all interviews. If there are any special arrangements associated with the selection process e.g. tests or presentations, you will be informed accordingly.
If you are invited to attend an interview, you will be informed either verbally or in writing of the outcome. The successful candidate will have the decision confirmed in writing as an offer of employment. Unsuccessful candidates will be offered the opportunity for feedback.
If you are successful in your application, you are asked to provide us with the details of two referees. We only contact referees with your permission after an offer of employment has been made.
All offers of employment are conditional upon the receipt of references that are satisfactory to JRCT, verification of right to work in the UK and where applicable, verification of qualifications and Disclosure and Barring Service (where required).
The personal information that you have supplied will only be used for recruitment and selection purposes. You should refer to the Privacy Notice on our website, which sets out how JRCT will deal with the personal and sensitive data you have provided in your application form and supporting information.
We welcome all applicants and are keen to enhance our team to reflect the diversity of the UK and the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disabled people, those from LGBTQIA+ and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and those experiencing other forms of marginalisation, as they are underrepresented at this level.
JRCT is committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible to all. If you are an applicant with a disability and/or have any specific needs or adjustments that you would like us to consider, at application, interview or appointment stage, please contact recruitment@jrct.org.uk
If you require further information or wish to raise any matters with regard the appointment process, please contact recruitment@jrct.org.uk
Applicants for posts within JRCT have the right to complain if they feel they have been unfairly treated or discriminated against during the recruitment process. If you feel that this is the case, you should contact christine.frame@jrct.org.uk