Below are a set of questions you may wish to consider for your Big Interview  as these are similar to the ones the interviewers will be asking you. There is a suggested way to answer this underneath each question.

Example Questions

1 - Tell me about something you learned that you applied to your work?
I learnt about the structure of an atom and then I was able to apply this when I was working out the relative formula mass of a compound. I could see how knowing the structure helped me understand the next stage of learning chemistry.

2 - Can you give me an example of a difficult situation? How did you manage it?
I forgot to bring in my PE kit and that meant I would be unable to take part in the PE lesson, I solved this by politely asking my tutor if I could go to reception and call home to ask if someone could drip it to school. My parent/carer was free and dropped it at reception!

3 - Tell me about a time when you worked successfully in a team environment?
I had to prepare an answer in a lesson with a group of students, we all had different ideas on how to answer it but I worked hard at listening to each person and directed the group to a single answer.

4 - Can you tell me of a time when you had to make a difficult decision?
I had to decide which options I was going to take for GCSE. I wanted to do both Hospitality and Sports science, but had to choose only 1. I decided that I could do more cooking at home and learn those skills there and concentrate on sports science at school.
 

5 - Tell me about a time when you had to work under pressure?
I had my H/W to complete and some social events planned at the weekend. I had to make a schedule for the weekend so that I was able to complete all my work and attend the events. Having a schedule meant I knew I was able to complete both.

6 - Tell me about a time you supported a friend who was struggling?
I dedicated some time to listen to my friend and really understand what their problem was. I did not immediately offer a solution to their problem but instead I asked them what were the possible solutions to this. Once they had told me I was able to ask them which one was the most right for them. This way they felt empowered in having made the right decision for them.