The document provides information about the assessment center process, including what to expect and how to prepare. It explains that an assessment center is typically the final stage of hiring where candidates participate in interviews, tests, presentations and group exercises. The document advises researching the company and role thoroughly. It emphasizes arriving on time and dressing professionally. Candidates can expect a variety of exercises that assess different competencies, and may include role plays, presentations, individual/group tasks and a final interview. Tips include taking notes, volunteering, listening, being a team player and maintaining a positive attitude throughout the process.

1. Assessment Centres Claire Fisher Talent Acquisition Manager

2. Agenda What is an assessment centre Before the assessment centre What to expect at an assessment centre Exercises Tips

3. The Interview Process Online Application Telephone Screen 1 st Interview with Recruiter Branch Visit and Interview With Branch Manager Assessment Day And Area Manager Interview

4. What is an assessment centre Method used by employers to select candidates by using a variety of interviews, tests, presentations and group exercises Usually the last stage of the recruitment process Typically a small number of candidates Normally held in comfortable surroundings

5. Getting selected for an assessment centre Being chosen means you are a very strong candidate Only a small proportion of candidates get through to this stage You have shown you possess the skills they are looking for You are much closer to getting a job offer

6. Before the assessment centre…..

7. Research What should you research? The company-Ethos/Values/Core Competencies/History What your role will involve The training you will receive How do you research? Internet Company/HR Dept Career Services Careers Fairs

8. Importance of Research Gain confidence-mentally prepared Develop impressive questions Portrayed as enthusiastic, keen, committed, serious Find out it’s suitability to yourself Awareness of the job market Helps your success

9. Appearance MEN : Dark, conservative business suit Dress shirt, preferably white Colour coordinated tie – not too flashy Clean black conservative dress shoes Conservative black dress belt Dark socks (navy or black) Minimum of jewelry Well groomed – shave and get a haircut! Avoid too much aftershave

10. Appearance WOMEN : Dark, conservative business suit Blouse colour muted and conservative Conservative shoes, black or navy Dark or neutral tights Minimum of jewelry If long hair, tie back – avoid anything distracting Avoid too much perfume

11. Be Punctual Turn up on time Travel down the night before Map out your route before the day Allow extra time for traffic conditions

12. What to expect at an assessment centre Role plays Presentation exercise Individual exercises Group exercises Final Interview Psychometric Test

13. Accuracy of Different Selection Methods -0.1 0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 Chance Prediction Graphology Astrology References Typical Interviews Structured Interviews Bio-data Personality tests Ability Tests Work sample tests Assessment Centres Perfect prediction Accuracy at predicting future job performance

14. Structure of an assessment Centre 2/3 exercises looking at different core competencies Present yourself or the person sitting next to you Mathematical/Psychometric tests Opportunity to meet various employees from different departments Final Interview

15. Assessment Tips Note Taker Volunteer Not necessarily the loudest Listen Be aware of the skills Team Player Open minded Positive and Supportive Confidence

16. Nice Touch… Shake the assessors hand Send an email Ensure you are aware of the next step FINGERS CROSSED!!!

17. If you are unsuccessful Don’t Give Up! Demonstrate Persistence and Resilience Reapply OR Obtain feedback, take on board & implement Move on!!

18. Thank You Claire Fisher Talent Acquisition Manager (East England) Email: claire.l.fisher@erac.com Apply on line: www.enterprisealive.co.uk