Acas releases new guidance to help employers and managers hire and settle in staff successfully

Acas has released new practical online guidance on recruitment and induction of new staff.

The guidance covers a number of key points that need to be considered including:-
• How to secure the best person for the job
• Preparing for welcoming and settling in the new recruit
• Probationary periods
• Ensuring that the employer does not discrimination
• Regularly assessing recruitment techniques
• The use of social media in recruitment
• References

Acas has also produced two new guides to assist small businesses with recruitment and induction: the “Recruiting staff guide” and the “Starting staff: induction guide”.

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