Recruitment & Selection Flashcards

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What is the main learning intention of the recruitment and selection process?

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To understand the recruitment and selection process

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What are the success criteria for understanding recruitment and selection?

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I can identify and describe the different stages of the recruitment process
I can describe the advantages and disadvantages of both internal and external recruitment
I can identify and describe the different stages of the selection process

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What is a job analysis?

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Finding out what tasks and duties are involved in a job

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What is included in a job description?

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  • Job title
  • Purpose of the job
  • Duties to be undertaken
  • Who you are accountable to and/or responsible for
  • Working conditions
  • Entitlements (eg holidays, pay, bonuses)
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What is a person specification?

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A document that outlines the qualifications, experience, skills, and personal qualities needed for a job

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What does a person specification include?

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  • Educational qualifications needed
  • Previous experience desired
  • Skills needed
  • Personal qualities required
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What are some ways to advertise a job internally?

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  • Staff Newsletter/Email
  • Staff Notice Board
  • Intranet
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Fill in the blank: A _______ will be prepared that includes the duties and responsibilities of the job.

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[job description]

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True or False: Internal recruitment involves advertising the job outside the organization.

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False

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What are the responsibilities of a Human Resource Manager? List at least 4.

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Examples may include:
* Recruitment and selection
* Employee relations
* Training and development
* Performance management

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What are the main stages of the recruitment process?

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  1. Job Analysis
  2. Job Description
  3. Person Specification
  4. Advertising the job
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What is the purpose of conducting a job analysis?

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To determine if the job is still required or if tasks can be reassigned

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What are the disadvantages of internal recruitment?

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Potential for limited candidate pool, may cause resentment among staff, can lead to a lack of new ideas, may not fill skills gap

Internal recruitment can limit diversity and fresh perspectives.

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What is one method of external recruitment?

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Job Centre

Provides free advertising services to employers and job seekers.

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What is the role of newspapers in external recruitment?

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Advertising job vacancies, type of paper depends on job type

Newspapers can reach specific demographics based on their readership.

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What is an advantage of using internet websites for recruitment?

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Relatively inexpensive and allows applicants to upload CVs

Often utilized by recruitment agencies for broader reach.

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What is a disadvantage of using radio for job advertising?

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Radio stations charge for their services

Audience reach may be limited to local areas.

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What do recruitment agencies provide?

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Database of suitably qualified workers, specialize in different types of workers

They charge for their services but can save time for employers.

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What is the first stage of the recruitment process?

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Identify a job vacancy

This involves recognizing the need for a new position.

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What is a job analysis?

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Assessment of the job’s requirements and responsibilities

Helps in creating an accurate job description.

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What is included in a job description?

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Details of the job role, responsibilities, and necessary qualifications

It serves as a guideline for applicants.

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What is a person specification?

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List of qualifications, skills, and experience required for the job

Helps to attract suitable candidates.

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What happens during the selection process?

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Review application forms/CVs, shortlist candidates, conduct interviews

It ensures candidates meet the essential criteria.

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What is the purpose of interviews in the recruitment process?

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Allows interaction between the organization and the candidate

Candidates can also assess job suitability.

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What are the types of interviews?
* One to one * Successive * Panel ## Footnote Each type has different dynamics and assessment methods.
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What are references used for in recruitment?
Confirm a candidate's identity and validate provided information ## Footnote Typically obtained from previous employers or authoritative individuals.
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What do IQ tests measure?
Mental skills including numeracy, literacy, and problem-solving abilities ## Footnote Commonly used as part of the selection process.
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What is the purpose of psychometric tests?
Assess a candidate's personality through a series of statements ## Footnote Responses help draw conclusions about personality traits.
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What do medical/fitness tests assess?
Physical suitability for specific jobs ## Footnote Example: pilots undergo rigorous fitness evaluations.
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What is an attainment test?
Demonstration of a learned skill, like typing speed ## Footnote Used to verify practical abilities related to the job.
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What does an aptitude test measure?
Natural abilities related specifically to a job ## Footnote Example: literacy and numeracy for jobs involving reading or calculations.
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What are assessment centres used for?
Evaluate multiple candidates simultaneously through various exercises ## Footnote May include role-play, team building, and presentations.
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What is a disadvantage of assessment centres?
Expensive to carry out and require significant preparation ## Footnote Involves multiple staff members to reduce bias.