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Assessment Centre without fear

Assessment centres can feel intimidating, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. But with the right preparation, they can also be a great opportunity to show what you’re capable of in a structured, supportive way. 

Date Thursday, 02 October 2025 14:00 PM - 15:00 PM
Where Details Online Online - MS Teams
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What you'll learn

  • How NHS assessment centres are structured and what to expect
  • What panels are really looking for in candidates
  • How to demonstrate NHS values and key competencies
  • Strategies to perform well in group tasks, interviews and scenarios
  • Practical tips to approach the process with confidence

Who is this webinar for?

  • Anyone preparing to attend an NHS assessment centre
  • Students, graduates and early-career professionals applying for NHS roles
  • Experienced staff aiming for new posts or career progression
  • Candidates who want to build confidence and showcase their strengths

Lead facilitators

Rob Wright

Rob Wright’s niche is leadership career pathways in the NHS. He was previously Head of Executive Talent & Appointments at NHS England where he worked on CEO talent strategy, the creation of the Leadership Competency Framework and the appointments to the ICB boards.

Prior to that, as a Senior Programme Lead in the NHS Leadership Academy, he helped establish the NHS Executive Search team that supported board appointments in the NHS. He was also worked on the national Aspiring CEO programme, the Clinical Executive Fast Track, the Aspiring Director of Nursing, HR Director and Medical Director programmes and as well as the Aspire Together regional talent boards.

He has a background in search and selection and also took a time out to complete an internship with the RSPB, as an Education Officer – a position which involved encouraging school parties to explore the natural world.

What participants say

98%

of attendees would recommend this session to a colleague.

“There were lots of good tips and a methodical process to follow. I wish I had some of these tips last week when I did interviews.”