Interview dates

Do your best to include interview dates in the advert and consider offering an open event or schedule calls with the recruiting manager.  This gives people and opportunity to find out more about the role and ask questions.

Consider timings

Consider school holidays and festival periods when promoting your vacancy.  If you are advertising the role internally, make sure you reach those staff who may be on maternity/parental leave.

Sifting applications

Blind sift

Implement blind recruitment techniques, such as removing names and personal information from initial application reviews. This helps remove any bias – unconscious or otherwise and is fairer. Focus on skills and qualifications rather than personal details.