Candidates applying for Receptionist roles take an average of 29 days to get hired, when considering 1 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at NHS overall takes an average of 33 days.
Common stages of the interview process at NHS as a Receptionist according to 1 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on one interview: 100%
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I applied online. I interviewed at NHS (Bath, England) in Feb 2024
Interview
When I went for my NHS interview, it felt structured but supportive. They explained the panel format, then asked competency-based questions using the STAR method. Most focused on teamwork, patient care, confidentiality, and handling pressure. They really wanted real-life examples—like when I’d dealt with a difficult situation or managed competing priorities. Afterwards, they asked how I understood NHS values and how I’d apply them day-to-day. It wasn’t about catching me out—it was about showing empathy, professionalism, and that I’d fit into the team.
there were 2-3 people asking questions and the interview lasted about 20 minutes
there were a couple of situation questions
they rang me to tell me the result the next day
I applied in-person. I interviewed at NHS (London, England) in Feb 2026
Interview
smooth sailing not my type of job but i will continue to look for other job in the organisation. They welocmed me to the organisation i sat and waited to be interviewed. there were three person and we were
I applied online and then received an email inviting me for an interview a week or so later. I went for interview they asked lots of scenario questions relating to patient confidentiality and safety