Going to an interview
Going to interviews can be nerve-racking, but the more you prepare and practice the easier it will become.

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Useful Links
Programme goals
We have identified three key goals for each lifeguide.
Click on each goal for more information.
Get to know your surroundings
A great way to prepare for anything new, is to become familiar with it. This builds your confidence to develop the skill.
What can I do to prepare?
Top tips to help you succeed whatever the situation.
Plan what you are going to wear


Practice some interview questions with family


Read through your notes


Get a good nights sleep the night before


What to do in unexpected events
Handy Tips
Some handy reminders in sequence, to help your confidence flow.

Resources available to you
Communication
Key phrases to practice and say, talking to new people can be tricky but people really do want to help so get used to asking for key things. Having a lanyard or card that explains your hidden disability can also be useful to show people. Self advocacy is important and remember people with disabilities have a right to equal access to opportunities!

Vocabulary
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Answering Interview questions
Practice answering interview questions ' tell me about a time when..' using the STAR method. REE DOWNLOAD: Get the Story Toolbox worksheet that will ensure you have the right stories to address any behavioral interview question https://madelinemann.ck.page/42e4828d4c FREE DOWNLOAD: “Tell me about yourself” worksheet to help you craft your BEST answer to the most common interview question! https://madelinemann.ck.page/f963bd6465
Questionnaire
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A range of useful printable templates to help you become organised and prepared for each lifeguide.

Frequently Asked Questions
Have any questions just ask !
Do I need to explain my disability at my interview?
You are not required by law to share medical details or label your condition during a standard job interview.
You can tell the employer beforehand if you need physical changes, extra time, or specific equipment to complete the interview safely and fairly.
Rare rules apply if a hidden condition poses an immediate, unavoidable safety risk to yourself or others in the workplace.
How to Handle the Conversation
- Focus on needs: If you choose to speak about it, keep the focus strictly on what support or changes help you do your best work.
- Timing is flexible: You can share information before the meeting, during the chat, or wait until after you receive a job offer.
- No deep medical history: You do not have to share private diagnoses or deep personal medical files with the hiring team.
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