Course Description
This course provides comprehensive training on effective recruitment practices, including job analysis, interviewing techniques, and candidate selection. Participants will learn how to attract, assess, and hire the right talent for their organisation.
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Who Should Attend
HR professionals, hiring managers, and anyone involved in the recruitment process.
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Minimum Age
The qualification is available to learners who are aged 18 and over. ​
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Course Validity
The certification does not expire. It is strongly recommended that the learner attends annual refresher training.
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Course learner ratio
Maximum number of students per course - 16
Course Delivery
This is a 1 day in person classroom course. The course is very interactive, and participants must be prepared to be involved in the lessons.
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We are also in the process of making this an online course, so learners have the choice in the near future.
Course Content
1. **Understand the Recruitment Process and Its Key Components**
- Overview of the recruitment process: From job vacancy to onboarding
- Key stages of recruitment: Job analysis, sourcing, screening, selection, and hiring
- The role of a job description and person specification in the recruitment process
- Identifying the needs of the organization and aligning them with recruitment goals
- The importance of employer branding in attracting top talent
- The role of technology and recruitment software in streamlining the process
- How to create and implement an effective recruitment strategy
- Measuring recruitment success: Key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics
2.**Navigate UK Recruitment Legislation and Its Implications for Candidates and Employers**
- Overview of UK recruitment laws and regulations: Equality Act, GDPR, Employment Rights Act
- Understanding the legal requirements for fair and non-discriminatory hiring practices
- The impact of the Equality Act 2010 on recruitment processes
- Legal obligations regarding data protection and candidate privacy (GDPR)
- The role of employment contracts and offer letters in complying with UK law
- Navigating the complexities of right-to-work checks and visa requirements
- Consequences of non-compliance with UK recruitment legislation
- Best practices for staying updated with changing laws and regulations
3.**Master Effective Techniques to Attract and Engage the Right Candidates**
- Understanding your target audience: Identifying the ideal candidate profile
- Sourcing strategies: Traditional vs. digital recruitment channels
- The role of social media and professional networks (LinkedIn, etc.) in candidate attraction
- Writing compelling job adverts that attract the right talent
- Leveraging employee referrals and networking to find top candidates
- The importance of candidate experience: Creating a positive and engaging recruitment process
- Engaging passive candidates: Strategies for attracting those not actively seeking new roles
- The role of employer branding in attracting high-quality candidates
4.**Develop the End-to-End Recruitment Process**
- Designing an efficient and scalable recruitment process
- Creating a recruitment timeline and setting realistic deadlines
- The importance of collaboration between HR and hiring managers
- Developing a clear and consistent selection process: Screening, interviewing, and assessing
- Implementing applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage the recruitment process
- Ensuring a smooth candidate experience from application to offer
- Continuous improvement: Regularly reviewing and refining the recruitment process
- Case studies on successful end-to-end recruitment process implementations
5. **Improve Candidate Management, Effective Interview Processes, and Evaluation Strategies**
- Best practices for candidate communication and engagement throughout the recruitment process
- The role of pre-screening assessments and tests in candidate selection
- Structuring interviews for consistency and fairness: Types of interviews (behavioural, technical, etc.)
- Techniques for conducting effective and unbiased interviews
- Evaluating candidates: Using scoring systems, competency frameworks, and assessment centres
- Ensuring a fair and objective selection process: Avoiding unconscious bias
- Post-interview feedback: How to provide constructive feedback to candidates
- Improving the overall candidate journey: From application to onboarding
How will I be assessed?
In this CPD certification course, our focus is on fostering your professional growth and ensuring you gain valuable, practical skills that you can immediately apply in your work. Instead of traditional pass/fail assessments, our approach is designed to support continuous learning and development.
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Throughout the course, you'll engage in various activities such as self-assessments, reflective exercises, role plays, and practical assignments tailored to real-world scenarios. These are intended to help you track your progress, reflect on your learning, and identify areas for further development.
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Feedback will be provided regularly to guide your learning journey, offering insights and recommendations to enhance your understanding and application of the course material. The goal is to empower you to take ownership of your professional development, gaining confidence and competence in your chosen area of expertise.
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By the end of the course, you will have developed a personalised portfolio of work and reflections that demonstrate your progress and commitment to continuing professional development. This portfolio can serve as a valuable resource for your future career advancement.