If you find a job you’d like to apply for, click the Apply Online button. If you haven’t applied for a job here before, you’ll need to follow the instructions to register and set up an account with us (Why do I have to register?). Please choose an email address you use regularly, so we can easily contact you about your application.
 
We prefer receiving applications online, but if you are having difficulty submitting your application or require any assistance (for example, if you have a disability) please email jobs@bath.ac.uk.

All applications must be received by 12am (midnight) UK time on the closing date.

Application form

Our application form helps ensure the information you give us is provided in a consistent format, which enables us compare applications fairly. We review all applications anonymously to remove any bias and help promote diversity (personal details on the application form are hidden and documents you upload may be withheld at the initial shortlisting stage).

Complete all sections:

Our form has multiple sections, including personal information, education, employment history, and supporting statements. Please ensure you fill out all sections completely.

It's important to be detailed and provide exact dates, job titles and responsibilities as we may not ask you for your CV, or if we do, it may be withheld at the initial shortlisting stage as part of our commitment to removing bias from the shortlisting process.

Supporting statements

As part of the application process, you'll be asked to answer some questions relating to your experience. This is a great opportunity to demonstrate your skills and share examples of any achievements you have which support the criteria in the person specification. 

We want you to draw on your own experiences and knowledge when answering these questions. Please don’t use ChatGPT or similar tools to generate an answer for you; just be yourself.

You can complete the form in stages and can login/logout at any time. Your application will automatically save as you enter your information and it’s easy to move backwards and forwards within the form. You’ll be able to review and make changes to your application until you're ready to submit it.

References

When completing your application, you will be asked to provide details of at least two referees and to confirm if we may approach your referees before your interview. This is so that we can reduce the time it takes to offer you a position here, if you are the successful candidate.

Your referees should be people who have direct experience of your work through working closely with you. If you are currently employed, one referee should be your current line manager. The other should be your most recent employer or previous employer.

You will be asked to confirm the relationship you have to your referee within the application form.  Your referee's contact information will need to be provided - including a company email address.  Please ensure they're aware and willing to provide a reference for you. Referees should not be friends or family members.

Criminal record disclosure

We actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skill and potential and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. You will be required to confirm if you have any unspent criminal convictions in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any information given will be completely confidential. 

Having a criminal record will not necessarily stop you from undertaking work at the University of Bath. This will depend on the nature of the offence and its relevance.

For more information, see our policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders. Copies of the DBS Code of Practice are available from: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service

After applying

Once you’ve submitted your application, the status in My Applications will change to ‘submitted’, alongside the date you applied. We’ll send you an email the next day confirming we’ve received your application.

After the closing date

We assign a selection panel for each vacancy we advertise. The panel will assess all applications anonymously to ensure they are reviewed fairly and free from bias. Applications will be reviewed against the requirements set out in the job description and person specification. 
 
One of our team will contact you to let you know if you’ve been successful in getting through to the interview stage.