Recruitment & Selection

Question 1

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

Answer 1

To understand the recruitment and selection process

Question 2

What are the success criteria for understanding recruitment and selection?

Answer 2

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

Question 3

What is a job analysis?

Answer 3

Finding out what tasks and duties are involved in a job

Question 4

What is included in a job description?

Answer 4

• 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)

Question 5

What is a person specification?

Answer 5

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

Question 6

What does a person specification include?

Answer 6

• Educational qualifications needed
• Previous experience desired
• Skills needed
• Personal qualities required

Question 7

What are some ways to advertise a job internally?

Answer 7

• Staff Newsletter/Email
• Staff Notice Board
• Intranet

Question 8

Fill in the blank: A _______ will be prepared that includes the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Answer 8

[job description]

Question 9

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

Answer 9

False

Question 10

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

Answer 10

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

Question 11

What are the main stages of the recruitment process?

Answer 11

1. Job Analysis
2. Job Description
3. Person Specification
4. Advertising the job

Question 12

What is the purpose of conducting a job analysis?

Answer 12

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

Question 13

What are the disadvantages of internal recruitment?

Answer 13

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.

Question 14

What is one method of external recruitment?

Answer 14

Job Centre

Provides free advertising services to employers and job seekers.

Question 15

What is the role of newspapers in external recruitment?

Answer 15

Advertising job vacancies, type of paper depends on job type

Newspapers can reach specific demographics based on their readership.

Question 16

What is an advantage of using internet websites for recruitment?

Answer 16

Relatively inexpensive and allows applicants to upload CVs

Often utilized by recruitment agencies for broader reach.

Question 17

What is a disadvantage of using radio for job advertising?

Answer 17

Radio stations charge for their services

Audience reach may be limited to local areas.

Question 18

What do recruitment agencies provide?

Answer 18

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

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

Question 19

What is the first stage of the recruitment process?

Answer 19

Identify a job vacancy

This involves recognizing the need for a new position.

Question 20

What is a job analysis?

Answer 20

Assessment of the job’s requirements and responsibilities

Helps in creating an accurate job description.

Question 21

What is included in a job description?

Answer 21

Details of the job role, responsibilities, and necessary qualifications

It serves as a guideline for applicants.

Question 22

What is a person specification?

Answer 22

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

Helps to attract suitable candidates.

Question 23

What happens during the selection process?

Answer 23

Review application forms/CVs, shortlist candidates, conduct interviews

It ensures candidates meet the essential criteria.

Question 24

What is the purpose of interviews in the recruitment process?

Answer 24

Allows interaction between the organization and the candidate

Candidates can also assess job suitability.

Question 25

What are the types of interviews?

Answer 25

• One to one
• Successive
• Panel

Each type has different dynamics and assessment methods.

Question 26

What are references used for in recruitment?

Answer 26

Confirm a candidate’s identity and validate provided information

Typically obtained from previous employers or authoritative individuals.

Question 27

What do IQ tests measure?

Answer 27

Mental skills including numeracy, literacy, and problem-solving abilities

Commonly used as part of the selection process.

Question 28

What is the purpose of psychometric tests?

Answer 28

Assess a candidate’s personality through a series of statements

Responses help draw conclusions about personality traits.

Question 29

What do medical/fitness tests assess?

Answer 29

Physical suitability for specific jobs

Example: pilots undergo rigorous fitness evaluations.

Question 30

What is an attainment test?

Answer 30

Demonstration of a learned skill, like typing speed

Used to verify practical abilities related to the job.

Question 31

What does an aptitude test measure?

Answer 31

Natural abilities related specifically to a job

Example: literacy and numeracy for jobs involving reading or calculations.

Question 32

What are assessment centres used for?

Answer 32

Evaluate multiple candidates simultaneously through various exercises

May include role-play, team building, and presentations.

Question 33

What is a disadvantage of assessment centres?

Answer 33

Expensive to carry out and require significant preparation

Involves multiple staff members to reduce bias.