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Recruitment and Selection Policy

Pembrokeshire County Council recognises the importance of having open, fair and ethical arrangements in place for the appointment of its employees. This document sets out the Council’s corporate policy framework for recruitment and selection activity.

1. All appointments with Pembrokeshire County Council shall be made on merit, i.e. the criteria for selecting persons for employment shall be their ability to fulfil the requirements of particular posts as defined by job descriptions and person specifications.
2. All appointments shall be consistent with the Council’s obligations as an employer under current legislation and in particular the Equality Act.
3. All recruitment exercises shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions and standards of the Council’s Recruitment Policy.
4. The Council shall take steps to ensure that all persons authorised to participate in the recruitment and selection of people to work for the Authority are adequately and appropriately trained to fulfil their responsibilities.