Psychometric tests and assessment centres

Psychometric tests

Psychometric tests are a crucial step to determine your fit for the role and organisation.

Test types:

• Personality tests: Evaluate your individual traits and how you'd respond in different scenarios, gauging your suitability for the organisation.
• Aptitude tests: Assess your skills, reactions, and performance to showcase your capabilities.

Visit Prospects Psychometric Testing to learn more about the tests you may encounter, and remember, practice is key to sharpening your skills.

Our partnership with Graduates First offers a range of practice aptitude tests. These include:

• verbal reasoning
• numerical reasoning
• logical reasoning
• work style assessment
• interview question identifier
• situational judgment test
• assessment centre exercises.

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Assessment centres

Assessment Centres involve engaging activities in small groups of 6-8 candidates. Activities can include:

• group discussions
• written tests
• role play
• in-tray exercises
• presentations. 

It's all designed to assess your suitability for the job. Be ready for a few hours or a full-day session.

Employers aim to find the best candidate for their role. They evaluate you based on desired competencies, skills, and qualities essential to the job.

Preparation is key:

• Read the invitations thoroughly to understand the schedule and expectations.
• Familiarise yourself with the job description and person specification to identify the sought-after competencies.
• Research the company, its competitors, and strategic aspects to impress with your knowledge.
• If unsure about the activities, reach out to the recruiter for clarification.
• Practice, practice, practice!

On the day:

• Focus on demonstrating the desired competencies rather than outcompeting other candidates.
• Plan your team approach, providing a structured framework for your tasks.
• Respect time frames and stay focused on the assigned task.
• Be a good listener, encourage others to contribute, and avoid dominating the discussion.
• Actively participate, ensuring your opinions and ideas are heard.

Gain a competitive edge: Read our guide on Preparing for an Assessment Centre to kick-start your success on the day.

For more information on assessment centres, visit Prospects: Assessment Centres.