Sample Recruitment Policy (Page 3 of 3) in pdf

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Selection Process

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The position is offered to the candidate with the highest mark on the score sheet, after

references have been checked.

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A reference is always sought from the current or most recent employer. Both referees are

contacted verbally by telephone and this is followed up with a written reference.

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The person who comes second on the score sheet is held in reserve provided she/he meets

the criteria

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The successful candidate is officially notified in writing having first been contacted by

telephone

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Letters of regret are sent to all unsuccessful candidates once the post has been accepted

and within one week of the interviews being held

Induction

An induction period is provided for all new employees. Employees are provided with

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Information on the role of the service/facility

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Information on the roles of other employees

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Terms and conditions of employment

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Details of salary scales

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Staff handbook

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Employees are obliged to familiarise themselves with the Policies and Procedures of the

service and to sign up to codes of behaviour as set out by the service.

At Meeting of:

Signed:

Reviewed:

This sample policy is developed by DCCC as a guideline document for childcare services .It is intended

that the policy is adapted to suit each individual service. June 2009

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