Eligibility
Nationality
You must be a British or Commonwealth national, a citizen of the Irish Republic, or a European Economic Area national. If you are from outside these areas you must have a valid working visa.
Work permits can only be applied for in exceptional circumstances. For more information visit the Border and Immigration Agency website.
Retirement age
The maximum retirement age is 65, although it is possible to retire at any age between 60 and 65. If there are six months or less to your 65th birthday, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reserves the right not to accept your application.
Equal opportunities
ONS is committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff - we value and welcome diversity. All staff are entitled to work in an environment free from discrimination and harassment. We will not tolerate harassment or other unfair discrimination on the grounds of sex, marital status, age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, responsibility for dependents, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, trade union activities or working patterns.
We promote and support a range of flexible working patterns to enable staff to balance their home and work responsibilities. We will treat people fairly, irrespective of their working arrangements.
ONS operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled people (as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995) who meet the minimum criteria for this appointment. For consideration under this scheme please complete the appropriate section of the application form.
Probation period
Newly appointed staff are required to undertake a probation period of at least 12 months during which attendance, conduct and performance are monitored.
