How do I apply to a vacancy?

Simply send in your CV via the vacancy search facility , this will indicate which vacancy you are interested in. Alternatively you can email your CV via the contact us page or post / fax your CV, details are on the contact us page. If you would like to talk through a vacancy first please feel free to call one of our consultants. It is helpful to have a copy of your CV prior to speaking, it is not essential.


How do I register with you?

Go to the register with Grey Seal page complete simple registration details and submit your CV. You will then be able to access full job descriptions and more resource material. As a registered candidate if you recommend people to Grey Seal you may be able to qualify for our incentive program.


I do not have time to actively search for suitable vacancies, can Grey Seal help me?

Yes. Send in your CV and we will search all current vacancies and select those that are most suitable to contact you with. As new vacancies are submitted we will let you know of any we think you would be interested in. Please be assured we will only contact you with vacancies that fit your profile.


What happens after I have sent in my CV?

Once you have sent in your CV we will run a search of all our current vacancies for you. We will of course be noting your location, current salary, experience and qualifications. The more detail we have from you regarding your needs the more precise we can be. If you have applied for a specific vacancy we will submit your details to the consultant dealing with that vacancy. If you are shortlisted the consultant will call you to discuss the details in more depth prior to sending your application to our client.


Once registered how will I be updated on new vacancies?

We will send you an email / call you as soon as any suitable vacancy is placed with us in your area. We will also update you generally via our newsletter. You are also welcome to call in at any time to ask for an update or check our website.


How do I research for an interview?

We will provide you with specific information such as job descriptions, person specifications etc as well as links to our clients’ websites. We are very good at establishing long term relationships with our clients so can give you information about the company, the interviewer and the style of interviews conducted. We also have general guidance in our resource section.


How do I write a good CV?

A CV is written to get you the interview not the job. It needs to detail your work experience ? most recent job first, your qualifications, a short profile and brief personal details. You also need to include full contact details. An employer needs to assess if you meet their criteria for interview, so are looking at your CV and asking: Does this person have the qualifications I am seeking? Have they worked for a similar company? Do they have the experience I am looking for? For detailed guidance on CV writing specific to this industry please go to our resource page.


How confidential is your service?

Our service is very confidential. Your details do not go forward to any client without your express permission. We never contact your current employer without your permission; the only reason for this would be if your new employer wants to gain a reference once you have accepted an offer.


We never sell your details to third party advertisers, the only third parties your details will be shared with is our clients, after your express permission.


What fee do I pay?

Our service is free to candidates. All we ask from you is to keep us informed of changes and to be open and clear in your intentions so we can do our best to help you in your search for a rewarding career.


How do I become an NVQ Assessor?

Details of the qualifications and the routes to achieve them are contained in our resource pages. In brief you need to have working experience in the role you are to assess in e.g., if you are to assess retail NVQs you need to have worked in a shop preferably within the last two years but could be within the last 5 years. You also need to have worked at a minimum of supervisory level. You need then to attain the A1 qualification which is fairly straight forward but difficult to achieve if you are not working for a training provider. Many of our clients will employ candidates who have the work experience they are looking for and offer them training to gain the A1.


Top tips for interview

We have tips for interviews, CV writing, researching companies in our resource section .


How do I recommend your service?

We are always pleased to receive referrals from satisfied candidates and clients; indeed this is what has really helped to build our business. You can use the contact us page to tell us the details of who you want us to contact – we can do this confidentially if you prefer or mention your name. You could send a specific vacancy to a friend or colleague through our vacancy search page. You can telephone, email or write. Whichever method you choose we would like to be able to thank you for recommending Grey Seal, so please see our recommending Grey Seal page to see how you might qualify for our referral incentive.


Do you offer contract and temporary vacancies?

We work with a number of clients who see the benefits of using the services of contract or temporary staff. We have more details about being a temporary worker with Grey Seal in our resource pages.


As a limited company contractor can I use your service?

Yes. We have a number of limited company contractors using our service. Many will be working for a number of clients to ensure they are working their chosen hours.

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