Our Recruitment Process

Thinking of applying for a role with Diverse Abilities?

If you’re keen to help others, make a difference, and want to make every day better, then look no further. Join Team DA and be part of Dorset’s only organisation supporting both children and adults with physical and learning disabilities.

At Diverse Abilities, we value compassion, inclusivity, and dedication. Our team plays a critical role in empowering individuals, enhancing their quality of life, and creating a welcoming community. We offer a variety of roles suitable for a range of skills and experiences, ensuring that every team member makes a difference.

If you are motivated by the desire to support those who face challenges and are looking to work in a fulfilling environment, we encourage you to explore our opportunities. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Dorset. Apply today and help make every day better.

Diverse by name, diverse by nature

We have a variety of roles available at Diverse Abilities, from support workers and team leaders, to our Central Services. We know some roles aren’t for everyone, however with a diverse range of career opportunities we are confident there is a position that is right for you and your life. We pride ourselves in our work and the services we offer that make a huge difference to so many peoples lives. Are you ready to impact a person’s life and help them achieve amazing things?

Please check out or values and mission to ensure that you hold the same values.

For more information about working at Diverse Abilities, please visit our Employee Stories page, where you can learn more about the experiences of our dedicated staff.

Application Form

We are regulated by CQC and Ofsted and we are committed to safeguarding the adults and children we support, therefore we require you to complete our application form to successfully apply for a vacancy.

Our application form will ask questions to establish your suitability for our charity. You can use this as a tool to highlight your qualifications and experience.

Top Tip: Don’t forget to utilise the Personal Statement section to shine and show why you would like to apply for this role and the reasons you feel you would be a good fit for the service and position you are applying for. This is your chance to stand out from the crowd and really WOW the hiring manager.

If you require support to complete your application, please contact us on 01202 718266 and select option 3.

Telephone Interview

We conduct telephone interview for some of our positions.

Don’t worry, you don’t need to prepare anything for this it will just ensure you meet the criteria for the role, and it gives you an opportunity to ask any questions you have.

 

Interview

This is your time to show why you would be perfect for this role! This is a chance for you to show your personality and skills for the role. We know that interviews can be nerve-racking and we aim to put you at ease. It is a formal interview in a relaxed environment. This is your time to show why you would be perfect for this role and your opportunity to show your personality and skills relating to the position you have applied for.

Top Tip: Make sure you have done some research on the charity and fully read and understood the job description. We will ask you situation-based questions including ‘can you give me an example of when you have…’. Try to give detailed answers and don’t be afraid to ask if you are unsure what is being asked of you.

Use the job description and your previous experience to help you prepare for your interview.

If you have any questions throughout the process, you can contact us at recruitment@diverseabilities.org.uk

Example Interview Questions

During your interview with Diverse Abilities you will be asked skills based questions, behaviour based questions and scenarios. Please see some examples of potential questions you may be asked during your interview;

  • Why have you applied for a role with Diverse Abilities?

  • Tell me about your previous roles, why do you feel you are a good fit?

  • What would you do if you were concerned about a colleague’s behaviour in the workplace?

  • Are you aware of any guidelines or legislation that may contribute to our daily roles and responsibilities?

  • You are on shift and working alone, you have been asked to cook a meal you have never cooked before what would you do?

Offer of Employment

If you have been successful in your interview and we would like to offer you a position with us, we will call you with the good news!

During that call we can discuss a potential start date and any next steps.

You will then receive 2 emails from us with details about your onboarding and some forms you will need to complete. You will also be required to book an appointment to bring in your Right to Work documentation if this was not seen at interview.

We look forward to you joining our team!

Right to Work

It is a legal requirement for Diverse Abilities to check your right to work in the UK.

You must give the right documents showing you have the right to work in the UK, which will be checked if you are offered a position with us. If you are unable to provide documentation to prove your right to work in the UK we will be unable to proceed with an offer of employment.

We will ask you to provide your right to work documentation at your interview and again if you are offered a role at Diverse Abilities.

You can find more information and see if you have the correct documentation on the government website: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

If you’re a British or Irish citizen

If you’re a British or Irish citizen, you can prove your right to work in the UK with either of the following:

  • a British passport

  • an Irish passport or passport card

  • Your passport or passport card can be current or expired.

If you do not have a passport or passport card, you can prove your right to work with one of the following:

  • a UK birth or adoption certificate

  • an Irish birth or adoption certificate

  • a certificate of registration or naturalisation as a British citizen

You must also give your employer an official letter or document from a previous employer or a government agency.

For example, you could use a letter from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), or the Social Security Agency in Northern Ireland. The letter must show your name and National Insurance number.

If you’re not a British or Irish citizen, please see UK government website for more guidance

If you’re not a British or Irish citizen, you can prove your right to work with:

You can choose which option you use. Your employer cannot reject your application because you gave them an eligible immigration document instead of a share code, for example.