Preparation for a Recruitment Interview

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
M/504/8662
Credits:
2
Guided learning hours:
16 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know the importance of being prepared for a recruitment interview.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Explain the purpose of an interview for the employer.
  • 1.2
    Explain the purpose of an interview for the employer.
  • 1.3
    Describe what to include in a portfolio of evidence for an interview.
  • 1.4
    Explain the purpose of a portfolio of evidence at an interview.
  • 1.5
    Explain how to promote self effectively in an interview.
  • 1.6
    Describe appropriate dress for an interview.
  • 1.7
    Explain the importance of dressing appropriately for an interview.
2

Know the type of questions that may be used at a recruitment interview.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    List questions that the interviewer might ask, based on information about the job role.
  • 2.2
    List the questions to ask the interviewer and explain their relevance.
  • 2.3
    Explain the value to the recruitment interviewer of using open questions.
3

Understand how to recognise and respond to different types of interviewer questions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Respond to complex questions.
  • 3.2
    Explain why it is challenging to respond to these questions.
  • 3.3
    Respond to straightforward questions.
  • 3.4
    Explain why it is easy to respond to these questions.
4

Be able to assess own performance in a recruitment interview.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Describe own performance as the interviewee in a recruitment interview.
  • 4.2
    Suggest ways in which own performance may be improved.