Conducting video-call interviews allows Ability to assess applicants' clinical competency conveniently and efficiently. It is a mandatory requirement as part of our pre-employment checks.

Understanding the time constraints of our applicants, we prioritise their convenience. Video-call interviews eliminate the need for commuting, ensuring no loss of earnings. Applicants have the flexibility to choose a suitable day and time for the interview.

To prepare for the video-call interview, please consider the following:

1. Location: Find a private and quiet setting with no distractions.
2. Time: Allocate sufficient time for the interview without rushing.
3. Device: Use a reliable internet-connected device such as a smartphone, tablet, or computer. A unique interview link will be provided.
4. ID Documents: Have your photo ID (e.g., passport or driving license) ready to confirm your identity promptly.

The Interview Process

During the interview, applicants will be asked scenario-based questions tailored to their clinical area of expertise and the specific job applied for.

Applicants should be knowledgeable about:

1. Their clinical specialization.
2. Handling challenging situations.
3. Hospital complaint processes.
4. Hospital reporting procedure.

Identification and your right to work in the UK is vital and legally required for of all our pre-employment requirements.

To register with Ability RG, it is important you provide a range of documents that confirm your identity in ONE of the following combinations:

• One form of photographic identification (column A), and two documents confirming current residing address (column B)
• Two forms of photographic identification (column A, and one document confirming current residing address (column B)

Please note:

• When submitting multiple proofs of address, they must come from different sources.
• All documents must be issued by a trusted source, valid, and within the expiration date (with some exceptions, like the British passport).
• If the provided documents have different names, you will need to provide proof of name change, such as a marriage certificate or deed poll.
• During your video interview with Ability RG, you will be asked to present a photo ID document.
• A right to work check is mandatory for all applicants.
• The requirements and process for validating an applicant's right to work vary depending on their nationality.

Right To Work:

UK Passport

A birth or adoption certificate together with an official National Insurance number document (Issued in the UK, Channel Islands, the Isle of Man or Ireland)

RTW Share Code* (The digital service is available for NON-UK nationals)

Home Office letter (must have application number on)

Certificate of Naturalisation

Non-UK passport together with VISA

Please note:

• An Indefinite Leave to Remain stamp in an expired passport cannot be accepted as a valid proof of Right to Work
• Some Visas place restrictions to the number of hours or type of work the applicant can do.
• All ID documents will be verified using the services of a certified Identity Services Provider

* Since 6 April 2022, a Biometric Residence Permit card is no longer an acceptable proof of Right to Work in the UK. All individuals that hold of a BRP or BRC are required to evidence their RTW using the Home Office Portal

Ability RG candidates working in a hospital setting may interact with both adults and children, regardless of their job role. Therefore, it is mandatory for all applicants to possess a comprehensive ENHANCED DBS – CHILD & ADULT WORKFORCE check.

If you already have an Enhanced DBS – Child & Adult workforce and are registered with the DBS UPDATE SERVICE, you only need to provide a copy of your DBS certificate. This allows Ability RG to conduct an online check and ensure that the information on the certificate is up to date.

If you do not possess an Enhanced DBS – Child & Adult workforce registered with the DBS UPDATE SERVICE, Ability RG cannot perform an online check on your DBS. However, we will assist you in obtaining a new DBS during the onboarding process.

We highly recommend subscribing to the DBS Update Service once your DBS certificate is issued. This service offers several benefits, including keeping your DBS certificates current, allowing periodic checks by us without requiring a new DBS application, and using the same DBS across multiple employers. The subscription fee is only £13 per year.

Overseas Police Check

In addition to the DBS check, an overseas police check is necessary in the following cases:

• If an applicant has arrived in and/or become a resident of the UK within the last 6 months.
• If an applicant residing in the UK has spent 3 months or more overseas within the last 5 years.

Please note that an overseas police check is valid only if it is issued in English or accompanied by an official translation.

Registered professionals, including nurses, midwives, and operating department practitioners, must provide evidence of their registration with the relevant professional and regulatory body. This allows for a registration check to be conducted.

For applicants registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), during the onboarding process, a copy of their Statement of Entry will be required. Ability RG will then perform an online check to verify the applicant's qualifications and registration status.

Please note: Applicants under investigation by the professional and regulatory body must inform Ability RG during the onboarding process even if such investigation is not yet stated in the Professional and Regulatory Body portal. Failing to do so may result in your application with Ability RG being rejected.

Qualifications or Experience for Unregistered Professionals - Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Unregistered candidates must provide evidence of their qualifications or relevant experience for the job role.

Since April 2015, all new healthcare assistants and support workers are required to possess a Care Certificate or a healthcare qualification, such as an NVQ L2 Health and Social Care.

Applicants who have substantial experience working as a healthcare assistant or support worker prior to April 2015 are exempt from providing a Care Certificate or NVQ. However, their work experience must be clearly outlined in their CV (Curriculum Vitae) or employment history and validated during the interview process with Ability RG.

A work health assessment is conducted to evaluate an applicant's suitability for the job role and to mitigate the risk of spreading diseases and infections.

Ability RG arranges all work health assessments through a provider accredited by Safe Effective Quality Occupational Health Service (SEQOHS).

Applicants will need to:

• Fill out a comprehensive Medical Health Questionnaire.
• Submit evidence of immunizations.

The extent of the health assessment and the necessary immunizations will vary based on the specific job role of the applicant.

Every applicant must possess valid evidence of up-to-date mandatory and statutory training that is relevant to the specific area of work they are applying for.

All training should align with the Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF), and any certificates issued by external providers will need to be validated for acceptance.

If applicants are unable to provide training certificates or if their certificates have expired, they can request to attend free training through Ability. Our onboarding team will grant access to our online training platform, where practical training sessions are available.

Validating an applicant's work history and conducting reference checks are vital components of the pre-employment screening process. As part of this process, all applicants are required to provide the following:

1. Employment History:

   • A comprehensive account of your employment history since leaving full-time education, ensuring no gaps are left unexplained.
   • Please provide employment dates in the format: MM/YYYY.

2. References:

   • A minimum of two (2) professional references that cover the past three consecutive years of employment.
   • Additional references may be requested if the initial two references do not cover the required period.

To ensure the acceptance of references, they must be provided by senior staff who can authenticate the applicant's skills and competence.

Please Note:
Emailed references will only be accepted if sent from a professional email address (private email domains like Gmail, Yahoo, or Hotmail will not be accepted), unless the reference form is officially stamped by the hospital or organization.

You have the option to request a reference form to be directly given to your referees.

Alternatively, you can request the reference form template and have your referees complete it. Ensure that the form is stamped with the official seal from the place of employment or sent to us from the referee's professional email address.

All registered professionals must ensure that they have appropriate indemnity insurance arrangements in place for all their placements.

For placements within NHS workplaces, applicants will be covered by the NHS indemnity arrangements, specifically the Clinical Negligence Scheme for Trusts (CNST). Therefore, no individual arrangement of indemnity insurance will be necessary.

However, when placed in private workplaces, applicants are responsible for ensuring that suitable indemnity arrangements are in place. This may involve obtaining individual indemnity insurance as required.