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UK Civil Service assessments

Independent ratings and role criteria

Rate each action independently

“When reviewing an action, look at it independently from the others.”

UK Civil ServiceCSJT scenario guidance

UK Civil Service · Published July 10, 2019, updated May 24, 2024

Compare two useful actions

Two actions can receive the same rating. Judge what each action achieves by itself.

Example

Check options and consequences

“Carefully consider alternative options, implications and risks of decisions.”

UK Civil ServiceCabinet Office behaviour definitions

UK Civil Service · Updated January 29, 2025

Check the notice before sending

Check the facts, the reach of the error and the action you can take within the role.

Example

Use the criteria for the job

“You should read the job description carefully to see what elements are required for the specific job you are applying for.”

UK Civil ServiceCabinet Office Success Profiles guidance

UK Civil Service · Published June 18, 2018, updated January 29, 2025

Check the authority to move work

The role determines which criteria apply. Use the authority and review requirement supplied in the case.

Example

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