It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at British Heart Foundation. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV. Depending on the role you’re applying for you may be asked to answer a few application questions or to submit a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria.
If you require any adjustments at the application stage, please contact the Recruitment team. We’ll support candidates who require adjustments throughout the recruitment journey. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, BHF uses anonymous CV software as part of the application journey. You’ll be notified via email when your application has been submitted. If you haven’t received an email, your application hasn’t been submitted. Remember to check your junk or spam mailbox. All candidates will be notified of their application outcome.
Please note, there will be some roles we are unable to sponsor applicants due to the position not meeting the minimum salary criteria to be eligible for sponsorship.
How can you make your application stand out to the hiring manager? Here are some hints and tips that can help you create a memorable and effective application:
We’ll always let you know whether you’ve been shortlisted or not. We receive a lot of applications, so we are not able to give individual feedback at application stage.
All applicants will receive an outcome to their application. For those who have been sucessfully shortlisted, you'll be contact by the hiring manager or Recruitment team by email or telephone to arrange an interview. At BHF we pride ourselves in providing as much information as possible prior to booking you in for your interview. The Recruitment team will share the format of your interview, along with interview guidance and the candidate pack for the role you are interviewing for. If you require any adjustments at this stage, please let the Recruitment team or hiring manager know.
Below are the types of interview(s) you may face in your recruitment journey at BHF:
Below are the types of question(s) you may be asked in your recruitment journey at BHF:
As part of the interview process, we may ask you to complete a task, such as an unseen assessment or a presentation. The hiring manager or Recruitment team will confirm these details with you ahead of time.
If you require any adjustments at this stage, please let the Recruitment team or hiring manager know.
You’ll be notified of the outcome of your interview by email or telephone.
We offer feedback to all interviewed candidates.
You have been successful in securing a role at BHF. We have a thorough onboarding process which our Recruitment and Onboarding team or your new line manager will explain at offer stage.
Everyone joining BHF starts learning from day one. You will receive an engaging and informative induction to understand your role as well as the work of the BHF.
We look forward to you joining BHF.
At British Heart Foundation, we believe in creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all our employees, including those with disabilities and long-term health conditions. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in the range of resources and support systems available to ensure that everyone can thrive in their roles.
Our recruitment process is designed to be inclusive and fair. We use anonymous CV software for all recruitment at BHF. Our careers site is inclusive, supported by accessibility software. This software supports people who are neurodiverse, visually impaired or speak English as a second language.
We offer adjustments to candidates at all stages of the recruitment process. These adjustments may include British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters, interview questions or themes in advance, extra time for any assessments and ensuring our interview locations are wheelchair accessible.
Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and if you have any specific adjustments or accessibility requirements, please get in touch with the Recruitment team.
We are committed to continuously improving our accessibility practices. BHF regularly reviews and updates its policies to reflect the latest standards and best practices in disability inclusion. We actively seek feedback from employees to identify areas for enhancement and ensure that our resources remain relevant and effective.
At BHF, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Our comprehensive accessibility resources and unwavering commitment to inclusion make us a great place to work for individuals with disabilities and long-term health conditions.
You can read more about our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in our Commitment to EDI.
Join us in making a difference and building a more inclusive future.
We are members of the Business Disability Forum. This highlights our commitment to being a disability-smart business.This membership gives us access to advice and support on disability inclusion to remove barriers for disabled employees, volunteers and supporters.
At BHF, we value fairness, transparency, and authenticity in our recruitment process. AI tools can help you prepare and present your best selves but must be used responsibly to maintain integrity and equal opportunity.
At BHF, we embrace innovation while ensuring fairness and transparency in our recruitment process. We recognise that you may use AI tools to support and enhance your application, and we welcome responsible use that helps you present your skills and experience effectively. However, we expect you to personalise and adapt your application to reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations.
You must avoid just copying and pasting what AI provides.
Fairness: It's essential that your application reflects your own capabilities, not what an AI tool can generate. This ensures a fair selection process for all candidates where we assess everyone based on merit.
Accountability: You are responsible for the content you submit. Even if AI assists in writing or structuring your application, the final submission must be your own work and genuinely represent your skills, experience and motivations.
Data protection: It's not advisable to share sensitive personal data with AI tools unless you trust their compliance with UK data protection laws.
AI can assist you in organising or proofreading your supporting statement or application form answers, but make sure the final version genuinely represents your experience and aligns with the role and BHF values. Steer clear of using generic AI-generated examples in your supporting statement or in response to application form questions, as these may not reflect your true background, experience and skills.
Interviews are designed to assess your skills, behaviours, and experiences directly. Ensure at interview you represent your genuine skills, experience and voice. Be prepared to discuss your application and experiences without relying on AI during interviews. For more guidance on interview at BHF visit our career site.
Before you apply, we'll ask you to confirm the information you provide is true and accurate.
At BHF, we use technology to help us manage and streamline parts of our recruitment process. AI does not decide who is shortlisted, interviewed, or hired. Every decision is made by our recruitment or hiring teams, who take the time to understand your skills, experience, and potential in context.
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