Purpose

As the Recruitment and Selection Policy and
Procedure has undergone a significant update, it was appropriate
for the Human Resources and Council Tax Committee to approve its
adoption in accordance with Part 3 of the Council’s
Constitution.
The updated Recruitment and Selection Policy and Procedure reflects
procedural enhancements following the implementation of the
Council’s HR and Payroll System (iTrent), incorporates
current best practice, and reinforces the Council’s
commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment. It ensures that all
candidates, internal and external, have equitable access to
employment opportunities, enabling the Council to attract and
retain a diverse and skilled workforce.
The policy also clarifies the roles and responsibilities of
recruiting managers and the HR team and provides comprehensive
guidance on legal obligations associated with recruitment
activity.
The policy reflects current best practice and has been developed in
collaboration with Human Resources, Unison, and relevant service
leads.
The Assistant Director (People) is authorised, in consultation with
the Head of Paid Service, to make any necessary and consequential
amendments to associated people policies and procedures arising
from the implementation of the updated policy.
The Assistant Director (People) is also authorised, in consultation
with the Head of Paid Service, to make any further amendments to
the policy (and any associated policies) as may be required to
ensure compliance with future changes to employment legislation,
including those anticipated under the Employment Rights Bill,
particularly in relation to family leave and support
provisions.

Content

That the Council formally adopts and
implements the updated Council’s Recruitment and Selection
Policy and Procedure.

Alternative options considered

The updated Recruitment and Selection Policy
ensures the Council is fully compliant with employment legislation
and best practice, putting the organisation and its staff in a
positive position as we progress towards Local Government
Reorganisation.
This policy will therefore align with any employment
responsibilities of the new unitary authority.