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What is the Situational Judgement Test (SJT)?
The SJTs are the multiple choice tests used at Supervisory and Middle Manager ADC Stage 1. There is no time limit to the test although it is expected to take you about 45 minutes to complete approximately 40 items. The test details scenarios and then asks ‘Which ONE of the following actions is most likely to be effective?’ It then gives you four options to choose from. As is the case with most multiple choice type tests, there will be one or two options which seem less likely to be correct. Then there will be perhaps two that could be correct. The correct answer is not usually obvious, which means that you do have to think carefully about which response you think is most suitable.
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* Tip 1 *
Read the instructions carefully. Most SJTs will ask you to select your prefered answer. However, more SJTs are now being designed which ask you to rank your answers instead of choosing the best one. In this case you may need to identify your most preferred and least preferred answers, or even rate the presented answers from 1 to 4, depending on how effective the courses of action would be.
Scenarios
The scenarios are largely based on general management issues without any technical jargon or FRS specific terminology. This is to avoid confusion if you are unfamiliar with specific terms or concepts. In fact, the SJT is not knowledge based; there is no need to study or revise.
* Tip 2 *
The best thing you can do to prepare for your SJT is to have a good look through the PQAs. Try to understand how each of the PQA indicators works; when you might have seen similar behaviours demonstrated in the workplace; how you tend to behave in different situations. This should give you a good insight into how each PQA might look in action.
Our practice SJT will give you feedback on your answers, including an explantion of why correct answers are the most appropriate course of action and exactly why incorrect ones were the wrong choice! Click here to have a go at a 30 question test to see which PQAs you naturally excel at, and which you need to pay attention to.
Example SJT Question
Two members of your team had an argument on shift last week about a private matter. You have been informed by another member of the team that their difference of opinion is causing friction within the team.1. Ask all members of the team for their perspective on what they think the problems are.2. Arrange to meet with the individuals concerned and encourage them to tell you what the issues are.3. Warn both individuals that they need to deal with their issues or face disciplinary action.4. Tell both individuals that it is unacceptable for personal matters to be permitted to effect the team.
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This Scenario explores your Commitment to Diversity & Integrity.
Answer
The correct answer is number 2 ‘Arrange to meet with the individuals and encourage them to tell you what the issues are’.
Do you know why?
This supports the following aspect of the Commitment to Diversity & Integrity PQA.
‘Demonstrates and supports fair and ethical behaviour e.g. ensures objective gathering of facts regardless of personal views or background.
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