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FOI publication scheme 5 - Recruitment & Development

5.1 Recruitment
short description QCA's policy on contracts of employment and job descriptions, and on advertising vacancies, interviewing and testing candidates, and taking up references. Includes the probation procedure, advice for internal candidates, procedures for internal secondments and temporary promotions, and principles of good practice for those taking part in the recruitment process.
format and availability A paper copy is given to all staff on commencement of employment, and an electronic version is available on the staff intranet. The document will be added to the QCA website in due course.
date of publication n/a (ongoing)
price n/a (internal document)

5.2 Vacancies
short description QCA's policy on external and internal advertising of vacancies is contained in the Recruitment policy.
format and availability on the QCA website (print out available on request)
date of publication ongoing, as and when vacancies arise
price n/a

5.3 Pay Structure
short description QCA's pay bands, showing maxima and minima for posts graded at each level.
format and availability A paper copy is given to all staff on commencement of employment, and an electronic version is available on the staff intranet. The document will be added to the QCA website in due course.
date of publication 2001, reviewed periodically
price n/a (internal document)

5.4 Performance Appraisal
short description The Appraisal Policy guides managers and staff through the process of agreeing objectives and Personal Development Plans, and appraising performance. It also gives guidance on the assessment of performance for the purpose of awarding Performance Related Pay.
format and availability an electronic version is available on the staff intranet - available to the public on request, and the document will be added to the QCA website in due course.
date of publication n/a (ongoing)
price n/a (internal document)

5.5 Learning and Development
short description QCA's Learning and Development Policy provides a broad picture of QCA's approach to meeting staff and organisational learning and development needs. It confirms QCA's commitment towards supporting the development of its staff, continuous professional development, and achieving IiP standards.
format and availability an electronic version is available on the staff intranet - available to the public on request, and the document will be added to the QCA website in due course.
date of publication n/a (ongoing)
price n/a (internal document)

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