Persimmon Homes is one of the most successful and recognised home builders in the country. Established in 1972, Persimmon has quickly grown to one of the biggest names in the industry, and in 2024 alone, sold over 10,600 homes in prime locations across England, Wales and Scotland.

As a FTSE 100 company with 29 regional offices across the UK, we offer a wide variety of exciting career opportunities.

We are keen to recruit graduates who are customer-focused, innovative, technologically-savvy, interested in sustainability, and eager to make a difference in local communities.

At Persimmon our vision is to be Britain’s leading homebuilder, with quality and customer service at its heart, building the best value homes on the market in sustainable and inclusive communities.

We invest in innovation and technology to extend our low-cost strengths and enhance our five-star capabilities to enable as many people as possible to buy the homes we build.

Our Values:

• Customer Focused

Our customers are our first priority. We aim to build consistently high-quality homes in communities where people love to live. We will earn our customers’ trust by treating them fairly and with integrity.

• Value Driven

We will deliver the best value, high quality homes to our customers by encouraging entrepreneurship, innovation and cost-efficiency to drive industry-leading performance and competitive and sustainable returns for shareholders.

• Team Work

We are one team, working in an open and collaborative manner to deliver for customers and communities. We embrace diversity and new ideas and develop the careers and reward the talents of our colleagues.

• Social Impact

We build homes for the future in sustainable communities. We uphold the highest safety standards and leave a legacy that delivers economic, social and environmental value to the communities we build in.

• Excellence Always

We strive to be excellent in all that we do. We relentlessly focus on providing the dream of homeownership to thousands of families by building the best value, high quality homes in the most cost-efficient manner, delivering for customers, communities and stakeholders alike.

Application Timeline:

• Applications open on Monday 17th November 2025 and close on Monday 26th January 2026.
• Virtual assessment centres will take place on Tuesday 24th February 2026 and Thursday 26th February 2026.  
• Final interviews are expected to take place in March 2026. 
• Successful candidates will join the business on Monday the 7th of September 2026. 

Stage 1 - Online Application:

• Online application and CV submission (applications open 17th November 2025).

Stage 2 - Pre-recorded Video Interview:

• Our assessors will review your application and, if you meet the requirements, you’ll be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview. You’ll receive a link with instructions on how to record and submit your answers. 

Stage 3 - Microsoft Teams Interview:

• The next stage is a MS Teams interview that will consist of motivational and competency-based questions. This is a great opportunity to demonstrate your strengths, achievements and experiences through the examples that you provide.

Stage 4 - Assessment Centre:

• The assessment centres will take place virtually on Tuesday 24th February 2026 and Thursday 26th February 2026. If successful, you’ll be invited to attend one assessment centre. Please note, you’ll be asked for your availability at the MS Teams interview stage. 

Stage 5 - Final Interview:

• The final stage will be an interview with our Director of Talent and Diversity.

1. When is the final stage of the process?
   We anticipate the final stage of the process will take place in March 2026.
2. What if I don't meet the academic requirements for Persimmon Homes graduate opportunities?
   If you are not on track to meet the academic level and have reasonable mitigating circumstances, please contact pella.argiriov@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk before applying.
3. What should I expect during the application process, and what support will be provided?
   Once your initial application has been reviewed, if you are eligible, you will be invited to submit a pre-recorded video interview. In the invitation, you will receive details of how best to use the platform, trial submissions and best practice tips. Following on from the pre-recorded video interview, if successful you will be invited to a Microsoft Teams interview. If you are shortlisted and then selected to attend the assessment centre and final-stage interview, you will be invited to a preparation call detailing top tips and what to expect.
4. How can I ask for reasonable adjustments?
   Please email your reasonable adjustment requests to pella.argiriov@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk so that we can accommodate any requirements. Disclosing this information will in no way impact your application. You can submit requests for reasonable adjustments at every step in the application process.
5. Will Persimmon consider candidates who require visa sponsorship?
   For our graduate opportunities you must have the right to work in the UK. VISA sponsorship is not offered.
6. Does Persimmon Homes offer relocation support?
   Financial support for relocation is not available, so please make sure to review the location of the opportunity you are applying for.
7. What happens at the end of the two-year programme?
   Graduates join Persimmon on a permanent contract from the start. Following the end of the rotational programme, we will work closely with you to identify a role that aligns with your skills and interests, while also reflecting the opportunities available at the time.

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