Updated recruitment policies and guidance - what you need to know

We've updated the following policies:

• Recruitment
• Recruitment of People with Previous Convictions (Previously known as Recruitment of Ex-Offenders)

You'll find both on the Colleague Information HR A-Z Pages.

What's new?

In the Recruitment Policy, we have:

• Linked to our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. Reflecting our commitment to a diverse workforce.
• Added details about the appointment of internal hires across the council family.
• Confirmed our legal obligation to ensure all appointed candidates receive their written Statement of Particulars before starting their first day.
• Clarified details on pay and progression through our pay scales.
• Added details on how to raise recruitment-related complaints.

In the Recruitment of People with Previous Convictions Policy, we have:

• Changed the title to ensure inclusive language.
• Aligned with the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.
• Added clearer guidance on having open, fair discussions about criminal history. We have used the 'central conversation' approach from Scotland Works for You.

New Tools to Help You

To support our policy updates, we have updated the accompanying guidance. You can find these on the intranet:

• Recruitment Toolkit & Quick Guide
• Disclosure Scotland Toolkit & Quick Guides

We have also created the following reference guides:

• Recruitment - a quick guide
• Level 1 checks in recruitment - a quick guide
• Level 2 & PVG Scheme in recruitment - a quick guide

What should you do now?

If you're involved in recruitment, please:

• Read the updated policies
• Review the toolkits and quick guides
• Use them during recruitment processes

Need help or have questions?

Email GLRecruitment@glasgowlife.org.uk. We're happy to set up a Teams call or visit in person.

You can also find more information on the Recruitment homepage.