UKEmployment & HR

Recruitment Procedure

Fair recruitment process including right-to-work checks and non-discriminatory practices.

What this document covers

A documented recruitment procedure ensures you hire fairly, comply with right-to-work checks, and avoid discrimination claims. In the hospitality sector, right-to-work compliance is heavily scrutinised by Home Office enforcement teams.

Key sections included

  • Job description template
  • Person specification
  • Advertising
  • Shortlisting
  • Interview procedure
  • Right-to-work checks
  • References
  • Offer process

Frequently asked questions

When do I need to do right-to-work checks?

Before the employee starts work. You cannot allow someone to start until you've verified their right to work. Keep copies of documents for the duration of employment plus 2 years.

Document details

Legal basis
Equality Act 2010; Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006
Enforced by
Employment Tribunal / Home Office
Penalty for absence
Civil penalty of up to £45,000 per illegal worker for failure to conduct right-to-work checks. Discrimination claims are uncapped.
Category
Employment & HR

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