Recruitment and Selection P2

Understand the implications of the regulatory framework for the process of recruitment and selection.

You are producing a 'poster' although a illustrated word document is acceptable.

You will be explaining current UK and EU employment legislation.

The most important piece of legislation in this area  is The Equality Act 2010. (Always use capital letters when you name an Act of Parliament).

What are the 'protected characteristics' covered by this legislation?

An example of how this law was broken:

The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 

What does the law say about ex offenders?

Criminal record checks are necessary in some occupations before employment can begin, but did you know employers can check your criminal record no matter what role you apply for. Details here.

The Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Did you know this:

Finally, GDPR data protection regulations.

Data protection in recruitment and selection. Details here.