We can only make a decision once all candidates have been interviewed.  We endeavour to make a decision once all interviews have taken place.

Norbar’s policy is that we do not rearrange first interviews due to the tight schedules of panel members.  Interview dates and times have already been pre-arranged.  We will only arrange interviews in extenuating circumstances.  Please contact the Human Resources Department as soon as possible if you are unable to attend and we will try an be flexible where we can.

Your interview invitation letter will explain everything that you need to bring with you to the interview.  If you have any questions or queries reading the contents of these letters then please contact the HR Department for clarification.

If you have been shortlisted for interview you will receive a letter from us inviting you to attend an initial interview.  The letter will give details as to location, time, date and panel members.  We aim to communicate with you within 1 week after the closing date.

For the majority of vacancies, the first interviews usually last no longer than 45 minutes.  You will be interviewed by at least two panel members which would include an HR representative and the Appointing Manager.

If you are successful at first interview you will (in the majority of cases) be invited back for a second interview.  These interviews will last for approximately 3 – 4 hours and would include spending time in the department for which you are applying, meeting team members and testing which is appropriate to the job role.  It is key that you like Norbar and we like you.

In some cases you might be invited to a third interview.

For all vacancies, we aim to reply via email to you within 24 hours of receiving your application. This email will confirm that your application has been received and we will respond to you as soon as we can regarding the next stage of the process.

To ensure that your application form is tailored to the position you are applying for you will need to complete an on-line application form on each occasion.

Yes, we are happy to accept CV’s

In order to give yourself the best chance of success please detail your work history in full including overseas experience

Pay day is the 25^th of every month. Salary is paid directly into bank account

Yes there is a probationary period of 6 months with reviews at 2, 4 and 6 months service

The holiday year is 1 January - 31 December

The holiday entitlement is the equivalent of 5 weeks. We normally close between Christmas and New Year but in accordance with business need you may be asked to work part of that time.

The 5 weeks is converted into hours

Eg 5 x 37½ hours = 187.5 hours or 5 x 38½ hours = 192.5 hours or 5 x 39 hours = 195 hours

• 37½ / 38½ / 36 / 39 hours of holiday can be taken as a week block
• A second 37½ / 38½ / 36 / 39 hours holidays can be taken as a week block or split into separate complete days equal to a Monday - Friday, Monday - Thursday or Friday - Sunday.
• The remainder can be taken as you wish with a minimum of 1 hour and 15 minute units thereafter

Yes of which there are currently 8. However if an employee works less than a 5 day week, prorata'd bank holidays will be included in the annual entitlement.

Yes it is a WorkSave Pension Plan run by Legal and General

You will be automatically enrolled after 3 months’ service if you meet the criteria or you can join earlier if you wish, but it must be at the beginning of a month. If you want to be auto enrolled, it will be at 5% or 6% with an employer contribution of either 5½% or 6½%

Yes but only if you are a member of the pension plan.

It is equivalent to 3 times basic salary.

Yes from day one.

8 weeks full pay and 20 weeks half pay.

5 years onwards attendance at long service evening and long service bonus (based on recommendation from Line Manager & Head of HR)

Yes, we have an award winning restaurant run by Connect Catering, We prepare hot meals, snacks, salads and a range of sandwiches/baguettes from fresh ingredients everyday. We also offer homemade cakes and fresh fruit.

Yes, we have a non guaranteed employee bonus payable to a maximum of 5%.

Yes but we cannot guarantee a space and there is no allocated parking

No we believe that everyone has an individual approach but we ask that employees dress appropriately for the job they carry out.

We do offer 'corporate wear' at reasonable prices

For unskilled / semi skilled roles, in the first 6 months of service it is 1 week's notice on either side, thereafter, 4 weeks.

For more technical roles it will vary..

For management or more senior roles it is 4 weeks' notice within the first 6 months and 12 weeks thereafter.

• A complimentary health scheme of up to £250 net p.a.
• 'Know your numbers' annual health screening, flu jabs and health seminars
• Financial support for evening classes and other areas of learning
• ½ hour free Solicitors telephone advice and discounted rates thereafter
• Annual review process to discuss your performance, training and development
• A 16 session comprehensive Induction programme to give you a broad understanding of the business
• An employee Christmas lunch and gift
• A Christmas party for immediate children up to the age 10 of employees
• A voluntary benefits scheme to include a lifestyle hub offering discounts on groceries, leisure activities including gym membership and travel.
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• We also offer: Cycle to Work Scheme