CAREERS HELP DESK
RARE Contextual Recruitment Survey
Find answers to common questions about the RARE Contextual Recruitment Survey, including why we use it, what information you will be asked to provide and how your responses are used. You can also find help below if you have not received your survey link or need further support.
About the RARE survey
The RARE Contextual Recruitment Survey is a questionnaire that helps us understand the context in which your academic and personal achievements have been attained. The information you provide helps us consider your experiences alongside your application and supports our commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment practices. Find out more on the Rare Recruitment website.
We ask you to complete the RARE Contextual Recruitment Survey so that we can better understand your individual circumstances and achievements. The information helps us build a more complete picture of your experiences, potential and accomplishments by considering them in context.
We encourage all candidates to complete the RARE Contextual Recruitment Survey, as the information can help us better understand the context of your application.
Your information and how it is used
The information you provide through the RARE Contextual Recruitment Survey is used to provide additional context to your application. It may be considered alongside other information in your application during the recruitment process and helps support our commitment to fair and inclusive hiring practices.
The survey will ask you questions about your educational background and personal circumstances. This may include information about your school, household, location and other factors that help provide context to your achievements and experiences.
The survey is designed to provide additional context about your experiences and circumstances. Completing the survey will not guarantee progression through the recruitment process, nor will it negatively affect your application.
Survey access and confirmation
You will have received an automated response for completion.
Please check your junk or spam folders first. If you have not received the survey invitation after submitting your application, please contact the Early Careers team for assistance.