If you are applying through the In-Service route, you will not have to go through shortlisting. You will however, still need to demonstrate your suitability to the course throughout the recruitment process and, at interview stage to be successfully offered the post.
Applications must be submitted through Oriel, the online application portal.
For full details on the recruitment and selection process, please see the HSST 2025 recruitment guidance for applicants and employers.
It is unlikely that there will be any flexibility on the dates applicants are invited to attend the interview. The dates of the interviews for each specialty will be made available early on in the process.
Yes. In-service applicants are required to complete the online application form, and demonstrate they have the support of their employer along with the required experience at interview stage to ensure that they have the appropriate skills and experience for the training scheme.
For 2025, interviews may be competitive depending on HEI capacity, NHS England funding availability and whether the specialty is deemed a priority for 2025. Please see the ‘Important changes to 2025 recruitment‘ information in the HSST applicant and employer guidance for further information.