Recruitment is a tough industry, with long hours, hard targets and plenty of challenges. However, a good recruiter can be worth their weight in gold to a business, so what character traits do the best have? A recent survey, stylised as an infographic, can provide us with some insights. Reference Filfilan, K. (2014) Infographic: What… Read More
What is the BARB Test?
The British Army Recruit Battery or BARB Test is a computer-based, psychometric assessment that was developed by the Defence Evaluation and Research Agency (DERA) and Plymouth University. It is a series of timed questions that assess a candidate’s ability to absorb information quickly, accurately and logically. The computer automatically calculates the candidate’s score, based on the number of… Read More
How Much Qualification Pay Do You Get for Being a PTI?
Physical Training Instructors (PTIs) within the military do not receive any qualification pay (otherwise known as Recruitment and Retention Pay (RRP); previously Specialist Pay). The Armed Forces’ Pay Review Body (AFPRB) provides independent advice to the Prime Minister and the Secretary of State for Defence on the pay and charges for members of the Naval,… Read More
Graduate Recruitment: The Cost of Getting It Wrong
Did you know that of the £888 million spent on the the graduate recruitment market in 2013, £112 million was wasted according to a report by CEB; an advisory firm. The report states that 20% of graduates apply for jobs that do not interest them, just to get on the jobs ladder. 1 in 4… Read More
Job Probation: Article 2
Another article on probation, which compliments issues identified in yesterday’s article. By Grace Lewis (People Management Magazine): Does Probation Pass the Test?: Critics question usefulness of settling-in periods for new staff A period of probation for new employees is a long-established tool for organisations to gauge their performance and cultural fit. But a survey from Spring… Read More
Job Probations: Any Good?
An article by PM Editorial (People Management Magazine): ‘Personality clashes’ scupper career chances for at least one in 10 new hires Nearly a fifth of new recruits (18 per cent) don’t pass their probation or have the period extended by their employer, research has found. The survey of managers and employees, by recruiter Spring Personnel, showed that… Read More
British Army Recruitment & Selection Statistics for 2012 to 2013
Did you know that between April 2012 and March 2013: Applications to join the British Army: Officers: 7,230 Regular Army and 2,320 Army Reserves Soldiers: 45,290 Regular Army and 24,690 Army Reserves BARB Test (Soldiers Only): A total of 30,580 BARB tests were recorded during this time. 24,550 Regular Army and 6,030 Army Reserves 200 people recorded… Read More
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