Hiring Staff Based on Ability

When conducting a job interview, there will be multiple things you are looking out for. One of them is likely to be how good a fit the person is for your business. Another will be their ability. Whilst it might be easy to associated ability with the experience that someone has of the exact job you are hiring for, this isn’t always the most productive way to hire people. Someone can have a natural ability to do a job, without having the exact experience.

This can be harder for you to asses in an interview, but it’s possible if you ask the right questions. You could ask how someone would approach the kinds of situations you need them to deal with, and ask them to solve problems similar to real life ones. This will show you how they handle situations and give you an insight into their levels of intelligence. Don’t assume that a lack of experience means a lack of ability.

What is the Right Kind of Hire for your Business?

Hiring new staff always comes with challenges, both logistical and monetary. When you have a concrete idea of what you are looking for in a newly hired member of staff, you challenges will be significantly minimised. Here are some of the things to think about when hiring new members of staff:

  • Do you want to hire graduates? Many businesses aim for the graduate market, but it all has to depend on the role. If you don’t need graduates, don’t hire them. They’re more likely to leave and look for a new challenge.
  • Communicate the job accurately. One of the main reasons for staff members leaving is because they find a role isn’t as described. Make sure candidates receive a full job description that has been approved by you.
  • What key skills will someone need? It’s not always necessary for someone to have done the exact same job before. Work out what skills they will need and look for these in potential candidates.

How To Find The Perfect Teaching Job In Oxfordshire

Whether you are unhappy in your current school, a newbie looking at the world of education with wide eyes and a hopeful grin or about to jump into education as a second-career seeker, you are entitled to work in a place that “gets” you and wants what you have to offer.

But remember, in today’s extremely competitive job market, teaching jobs Oxfordshire are few and difficult to come by. There are many qualified candidates. Teaching is one of the most fulfilling and stable jobs. Even though the job market is really tough, there are candidates who will still “win” the coveted few teaching job in Oxfordshire advertised every single year. Your goal is not to take the first job that is offered, but to get offered a job that will make you happy.

Specialize

If you know you want to be working with a specific sub-set of learners, you can consider getting an endorsement or special training in a specific area of ESL, such as Business English, or Young Learners. 

Don’t be afraid to move about

Some employers will love seeing a CV with just a few long-term roles on there, rather than a CV packed with different roles and experiences. Why you ask? Well, it tells them that you’re loyal and in it for the long haul. That said, other employers will like to see a CV with many different roles and experiences, this can tell them that the individual is not the type to get comfortable, and is an individual who will do anything and everything to develop and pick up more skills.

When you’re young, so let’s say 18-25, you’re likely to move about a little before you find the job that’s right for you. You won’t know where you’re heading and what you want to do if you don’t get out there and work at different companies. You can build confidence this way, and combine all of the things you’ve learned and dealt with to push forward.

If you have a CV with lots of short-term jobs and gaps, this can be problem, but only if you’re unable to explain why you took the route you did. Was you doing work experience at that time? Was you taking time out to travel? There may be good reasons for gaps, but they’re always explainable and so too are short-term positions. Just don’t make a habit out of moving, because if it’s still the case when you’re 30, questions may be asked.

Showing hunger, not desperation

When you hear back from a prospective employer and you’ve been offered an interview, it’s normal to start thinking about the questions you will have to answer. The only problem is, you can’t predict the questions that will come your way, and there will always be an element of surprise. Researching the company is something recruitment agencies will always tell you to do, but again the interviewer may not care how much you know about their business, after all, there will be time for you to learn if you do get the job.

So what should you prepare for? The easiest thing to prepare for is how you present yourself and how you allow your personality to shine though. You should show you’re hungry for the role, and not just desperate to get a job. You shouldn’t have to lie to get a job, but you should know how to talk in a way that shows you care about developing in their setup, and helping their company piush forward. When you’re asked a question, think about how you can answer in a way that sells you and your skills. Prepare for this by picking out previous experiences that are relevant to this role. Use them as fuel, to give your answers more substance.