By the end of this lesson you should be able to: identify features of a person specification identify features of job description state the use of these during the recruitment process apply your knowledge to create a job description.

 Internal Within the organisation  How Intranet, bulletin boards, newsletters  AdvantagesDisadvantages Know the staffNo fresh talent Less expensive than externalPromotes favouritism Promotes loyalty

 External Outwith the organisation  How Trade journals, job centre, newspaper AdvantagesDisadvantages Wider pool of recruitsTakes longer Fresh ideas into the organisationMore expensive New skills, experiences into the organisation

 Job evaluation/analysis What duties are involved in the job.  Job description What duties are involved in the job.  Person specification Details the skills and qualities required essential/desirable.  Job advertisement Basic information, include the qualities and skills required.

 Describes the job Role, duties and responsibilities of the post. Person to whom post reports. Subordinates for whom post has responsibility.

 Word picture of ideal candidate Skills and qualities required Split into essential and desirable  Includes: qualifications, personal qualities, experience, skills and aptitudes