The ngdp recruits up to 67 Trainees to join the programme each September. In order to apply you should have an achieved or predicted 2.1 in any discipline and you should be eligible to work in the UK without a permit.

Due to the complexities involved in running the scheme, the recruitment process can be lengthy, often running over six months or more. We ask that you take this into consideration before making your application.

There are three initial stages: an application form, a first-round interview and an assessment centre. Passing the assessment centre is not, however, a guarantee of a place. Local authority interviews are competitive, with a number of candidates competing at each.

You will be judged on your ability to work with others, your drive for results and your planning and organisational skills, as well as your ability to analyse information and communicate persuasively. It’s important that you also demonstrate a genuine motivation for learning and an interest in the local government sector.

We will be accepting applications for the next intake of trainees to join the ngdp from the middle of October 2007. You will need to submit your completed application form before 14th January 2008 to be considered.

The interviews and assessment centres will be held in London and the North. We’ll reimburse reasonable travel expenses up to £50, so if you are invited to participate in the recruitment process, you will need to keep hold of your receipts. We will not reimburse hotel accommodation unless you have received prior approval from the Recruitment Team. If you have applied to the programme before, you are welcome to apply again, provided you have not attended one of our assessment centres before and still meet the entry requirements.

Graduate helpline 0845 222 0250
Email enquiry@ngdp.com