Staff Recruitment Policy

Principles

• Fairness: We ensure equitable treatment for all applicants, fostering an environment free from discrimination and bias during the recruitment process.
• Transparency: Our processes are clear, open, and easily understandable, providing insight into the selection criteria and decision-making methods.
• Diversity: We actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, promoting an inclusive culture that values differences and perspectives. We foster an environment where all individuals feel respected and valued.
• Non-discrimination: Recruitment processes must promote diversity, be fair, transparent, and free from discrimination and we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate individuals with disabilities, ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants.
• Open Selection: Roles are advertised unless there is objective justification for not doing so. In this way, we encourage diverse applications and a fair recruitment process.
• Quality: We prioritise hiring highly-qualified individuals, aligning their skills with the School’s mission and objectives.
• Compliance: Adherence to all relevant employment laws and regulations, including the Equality Act 2010, is paramount, ensuring a legally sound and ethical recruitment process.
• Professionalism: We maintain the highest standards of professionalism, reflecting the School’s ethos in all interactions with applicants and staff.
• Continuous Improvement: We regularly review and enhance our recruitment practices to align with evolving needs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Confidentiality: We handle applicant data with utmost confidentiality, complying with data protection laws and ensuring the privacy of personal information.
• Evaluation: We monitor metrics such as retention rate, diversity statistics, and staff feedback, evaluating the effectiveness of our policy and processes.