How we hire

You’ll have your chance to tell us all about why you’re interested in the position, what makes you great as well as uploading your CV for the hiring manager to review. Depending on the role, you might have a few additional questions to answer as part of your application which will help us understand what you can bring to the role.

If you’re invited to an interview, we may hold this at one of our offices or virtually over Microsoft Teams. You’ll have the opportunity to meet the hiring manager as well as other colleagues you’ll be working closely with who’ll ask you not just about your knowledge, skills and experience but Values & Behaviour-based questions too. There’ll also be plenty of time for you to ask the panel any questions you have too.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to do a technical test or task as part of your interview process, but we’ll let you know the details in advance.

Let us see the real you

Simply show us who you are – we want to know all about your experience, values, motivations and what you feel you can bring to Abri too. We don’t just want people who are technically brilliant, we want people whose values align with ours and want to play their part in really making a difference in our communities.

Tailor your application to the role

When writing your application, be sure to have a good read through of the job description that’ll be attached to the ad, and make sure you tailor your application to the key duties and experience in the job description so the hiring manager can see immediately what you can bring to the role. Don’t forget to detail in your cover letter why you’re interested in the role and what’s made you want to apply, this will really help short listers understand not just your technical knowledge, but your own motivations about joining Abri.

Share your successes

We really want to hear not just about what roles you’ve done before and your overall experience, but don’t forget to also include what you were able to achieve and the impact you had – we want to know how you’ve been the difference.

Interviews

We get it, interviews can be nerve wracking, but don’t worry, they can be a great experience too and with the below tips, we’re sure you’ll smash your interview with us.

- Preparation, preparation, preparation

You can give yourself the best chance simply by being prepared. Be sure to read up on Abri and familiarise yourself with the job description as well as our Values & Behaviours. Have a think about times you’ve really embodied these Values & Behaviours that you could tell us about, we’d love to hear about them in your interview.

- Be sure to illustrate your point

The best way to really get your point across is to use examples. We’ll have read your application, but it’s best not to assume we have any prior knowledge of the examples you’re describing or experiences you may have. By choosing really relevant scenarios to tell us about and describing everything from the ground-up, your interviewers will have a full understanding of your experience and what you can bring to Abri.

- Make your answers shine with ‘STAR’

We’re sure you’ve got loads of great experience and knowledge you want to tell us about, and we want to hear all about it! The best way to get all that off your chest is to use the STAR technique to answer questions. When giving an example, structure your answer by going through the Situation, Task, Action and Results.

This will be a really easy way for your interviewers to understand the scenario you were faced with, what, how and why you did it and what the outcome was .

- Ask us questions too!

Interviews are a two-way street and we don’t want you doing all the talking. Have you got questions about the role or what it’s like working at Abri? Then just ask!

- Remember, we’re on your side

If we’ve invited you for an interview, it means we think you can do the job.

We want you to feel relaxed, enjoy your interview and be able to present the best version of you. We’re not out to ask trick questions or catch anyone out, we want to have friendly and open conversations about you and your experience, and your interviewers will be rooting for you all the way.

If you’re successful, the hiring manager will give you a call and will let you know the good news and will discuss the T&Cs and the start date. Once that’s confirmed, our HR team will send you your contract and new starter paperwork for you to complete and return digitally.

All our offers are subject to the usual checks; references, right to work in the UK checks etc. Depending on the role, we might need to check your driving license or do a DBS check, but we’ll let you know what’s needed in your contract.

Q. How can I apply for roles at Abri?

A. Simple. Click here, find your dream position, and get your CV up to scratch. Write a cover letter that we can’t ignore. Hit apply.

Q. What’s Abri’s culture like?

A. All of us at Abri know that to continue building more homes and empowering communities, we all have our part to play, whatever our role. It’s what drives us and encourages us to continue being curious, inventive, supportive and always looking at ways we can continuously improve life for our colleagues and customers.

Q. Can Abri colleagues work from home?

A. Sure! The majority of desk-based colleagues can work from home, in the office or at one of our touchdown spaces. There will be lots of occasions when team collaboration is important too, and colleagues will be expected to meet in person in our offices or other locations to get the best results.

Q. Is Abri an equal opportunity employer?

A. Absolutely. Our colleagues come from all walks of life and we celebrate our differences. We want you to be you.

Q. When I apply, how long will it take until I hear back?

A. We aim to let all candidates know the outcome at most two weeks after the job closes. We’ll let you know the outcome via email.

Q. Do you offer visa sponsorship to candidates?

A. Unfortunately this isn’t something Abri’s able to offer at this time