It is important to plan recruitment. Follow these easy steps to cover the essential areas:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Clearly set out what is expected of the role. Detail the key responsibilities and also indicate the key qualifications and basic skills required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A person specification is a profile of the skills and knowledge required for the role. It provides the criteria against which applicants can be measured.
DECIDE WHICH CANDIDATES TO INTERVIEW
Essential criteria
Anyone without the essential criteria of qualifications, knowledge, skills or experience would be unable to do the job, and should not be shortlisted.
Desirable criteria
These are 'nice to have' but not essential. Where several applicants meet the essential criteria, the desirable criteria can help with selection.
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