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Competence framework
Skills and knowledge guidelines for effective job performance
The guidelines we use to decide which skills and knowledge people need to perform effectively in their jobs are known as competence frameworks.
Our competence framework is based on a programme called Professional Skills for Government (PSG), which is used in all Government departments. PSG identifies the 'core competencies', or key abilities and knowledge, needed for a particular job.
Our employees will need to be able to demonstrate most of the core competencies for their jobs. This information is then used to help them set appropriate objectives and receive the right training. This ensures that our employees have the right skills and expertise to help the Department deliver its services effectively.
The core competencies are set out in levels which relate to the grades within the Department. But competencies are not the only thing that determines the grade of a post. Decisions about grading also need to take into account how much responsibility an employee has for making decisions, for example, or the resources they manage.
If you are applying for a vacancy with us you will be supplied with the competence framework appropriate to the grade fo job you are applying for. To request a copy of any of our frameworks contact 020 7944 4400 or contactus@communities.gsi.gov.uk
