Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

BSBMGT506A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Recruit, select and induct staff

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency BSBMGT506A - Recruit, select and induct staff
Description This unit covers all aspects of selection and recruitment relevant to managers who are not specialists in the area. It ensures that managers engage in appropriate planning and that selection and induction leads to the recruitment and retention of high quality staff. This unit is almost essential for those who now have (or are likely to have) an involvement in or responsibility for recruiting, selecting and/or inducting staff.This unit covers all aspects of selection and recruitment relevant to managers who are not specialists in the area. It ensures that managers engage in appropriate planning and that selection and induction leads to the recruitment and retention of high quality staff. This unit is almost essential for those who now have (or are likely to have) an involvement in or responsibility for recruiting, selecting and/or inducting staff
Employability Skills Not applicable.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Determine future people needs
  • Planning for future people requirements is consistent with strategic and operational plans
  • Consultation occurs with all appropriate managers and sections
  • Position descriptions, person specifications and criteria for selection are developed and approved
  • Position descriptions and person specifications comply with all organisational and legal requirements
       
Element: Select appropriate people
  • Persons involved in assessment/selection process are appropriate for the position
  • Candidates are assessed against pre-agreed selection criteria
  • Selection decisions are based on performance based selection techniques and direct evidence
  • Candidates all receive feedback through the process
  • Record-keeping complies with organisational and legal requirements
       
Element: Confirm employment arrangements
  • Inform relevant people of the selection decision and prepare development plan based on selection process
  • Conditions of employment as approved for the position are agreed with the successful candidate
  • Induction arrangements are agreed with the candidate and other relevant managers
  • Induction is undertaken in accordance with the induction plan and a training plan developed
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.

Critical Aspects of Evidence

The evidence should clearly demonstrate that the required planning and preparatory processes have been undertaken

It should also evidence actual interviewing and the use of performance based selection techniques

Induction should be observed by the assessor to ensure the competence of the individual to follow an induction plan which is clearly established

OHS considerations may include:

national, state/territory legislative requirements especially in regard to Occupational Health and Safety

industry codes of practice

Underpinning Knowledge*

* At this level the learner must demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating theoretical concepts, with substantial depth in some areas.

Relevant legislation from all levels of government that affects business operation, especially in regard to Occupational Health and Safety and environmental issues, equal opportunity, industrial relations and anti-discrimination

Consultation processes and methods

Succession planning/HR planning

Organisation policies and procedures

Legal requirements

Performance based selection techniques

Organisational requirements for record-keeping and documentation

Award agreements, contracts of employment (including conditions)

Underpinning Skills

Communication/consultation skills to ensure all relevant groups and individuals are advised of what is occurring and are provided with an opportunity for input

Developing position descriptors/person specifications for positions for which they are responsible

Developing selection criteria

Designing an appropriate competency based and performance based selection plan

Induction/training skills to prepare direct reports for the safe and efficient performance of their job

Interviewing skills to participate in selection interviews as required

Ability to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and physical and mental abilities

Resource Implications

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace

Consistency of Performance

In order to achieve consistency of performance, evidence should be collected over a set period of time which is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations

Context/s of Assessment

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including paying particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope as defined by the Range Statement

Assessment must take account of the endorsed assessment guidelines in the Business Services Training Package

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies and the business services common competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the Key Competency Levels at the end of this unit

Key Competency Levels

Collecting, analysing and organising information (Level 3) - to prepare for the selection interviews/activities

Communicating ideas and information (Level 3) - to ensure the candidates fit the organisation

Planning and organising activities (Level 3) - to ensure the selection processes go smoothly

Working with teams and others (Level 3) - to take advice from Human Resource specialists where appropriate

Using mathematical ideas and techniques (Level 1) - to calculate weightings/score an interview

Solving problems (Level 3) - to determine short-listing of suitable candidates

Using technology (Level 2) - to help select candidates on a competence/performance based assessment

Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for advice on how to use the Key Competencies

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.

Critical Aspects of Evidence

The evidence should clearly demonstrate that the required planning and preparatory processes have been undertaken

It should also evidence actual interviewing and the use of performance based selection techniques

Induction should be observed by the assessor to ensure the competence of the individual to follow an induction plan which is clearly established

OHS considerations may include:

national, state/territory legislative requirements especially in regard to Occupational Health and Safety

industry codes of practice

Underpinning Knowledge*

* At this level the learner must demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating theoretical concepts, with substantial depth in some areas.

Relevant legislation from all levels of government that affects business operation, especially in regard to Occupational Health and Safety and environmental issues, equal opportunity, industrial relations and anti-discrimination

Consultation processes and methods

Succession planning/HR planning

Organisation policies and procedures

Legal requirements

Performance based selection techniques

Organisational requirements for record-keeping and documentation

Award agreements, contracts of employment (including conditions)

Underpinning Skills

Communication/consultation skills to ensure all relevant groups and individuals are advised of what is occurring and are provided with an opportunity for input

Developing position descriptors/person specifications for positions for which they are responsible

Developing selection criteria

Designing an appropriate competency based and performance based selection plan

Induction/training skills to prepare direct reports for the safe and efficient performance of their job

Interviewing skills to participate in selection interviews as required

Ability to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and physical and mental abilities

Resource Implications

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace

Consistency of Performance

In order to achieve consistency of performance, evidence should be collected over a set period of time which is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations

Context/s of Assessment

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including paying particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope as defined by the Range Statement

Assessment must take account of the endorsed assessment guidelines in the Business Services Training Package

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies and the business services common competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the Key Competency Levels at the end of this unit

Key Competency Levels

Collecting, analysing and organising information (Level 3) - to prepare for the selection interviews/activities

Communicating ideas and information (Level 3) - to ensure the candidates fit the organisation

Planning and organising activities (Level 3) - to ensure the selection processes go smoothly

Working with teams and others (Level 3) - to take advice from Human Resource specialists where appropriate

Using mathematical ideas and techniques (Level 1) - to calculate weightings/score an interview

Solving problems (Level 3) - to determine short-listing of suitable candidates

Using technology (Level 2) - to help select candidates on a competence/performance based assessment

Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for advice on how to use the Key Competencies


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)


Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Not applicable.

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Legislation, codes and national standards relevant to the workplace which may include:

award and enterprise agreements and relevant industrial instruments

relevant legislation from all levels of government that affects business operation, especially in regard to Occupational Health and Safety and environmental issues, equal opportunity, industrial relations and anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

Position description refers to:

a written statement of the duties, tasks and responsibilities for a particular job or position

Person specification refers to:

a written statement of the skills, knowledge, attitude, aptitudes and experience required for a particular job or position

Organisational and legal requirements means:

compliance with all relevant statutes, regulations and audit requirements of the organisation, along with the organisation's policies and values

Pre-agreed selection criteria may include:

educational qualifications

statutory qualifications/certificates

competencies required (including interpersonal skills)

potential for growth

essential experience

desirable experience

ability to work in the particular environment

Performance based selection techniques may include:

in-basket

case studies

scenarios

simulations

actual performance

skills/knowledge testing

an assessment centre (with some or all of the above)

Conditions of employment may include:

salary/wages

penalty rates

holidays and leave entitlements

superannuation

hours of work

grievance procedures

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Legislation, codes and national standards relevant to the workplace which may include:

award and enterprise agreements and relevant industrial instruments

relevant legislation from all levels of government that affects business operation, especially in regard to Occupational Health and Safety and environmental issues, equal opportunity, industrial relations and anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

Position description refers to:

a written statement of the duties, tasks and responsibilities for a particular job or position

Person specification refers to:

a written statement of the skills, knowledge, attitude, aptitudes and experience required for a particular job or position

Organisational and legal requirements means:

compliance with all relevant statutes, regulations and audit requirements of the organisation, along with the organisation's policies and values

Pre-agreed selection criteria may include:

educational qualifications

statutory qualifications/certificates

competencies required (including interpersonal skills)

potential for growth

essential experience

desirable experience

ability to work in the particular environment

Performance based selection techniques may include:

in-basket

case studies

scenarios

simulations

actual performance

skills/knowledge testing

an assessment centre (with some or all of the above)

Conditions of employment may include:

salary/wages

penalty rates

holidays and leave entitlements

superannuation

hours of work

grievance procedures

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Planning for future people requirements is consistent with strategic and operational plans 
Consultation occurs with all appropriate managers and sections 
Position descriptions, person specifications and criteria for selection are developed and approved 
Position descriptions and person specifications comply with all organisational and legal requirements 
Persons involved in assessment/selection process are appropriate for the position 
Candidates are assessed against pre-agreed selection criteria 
Selection decisions are based on performance based selection techniques and direct evidence 
Candidates all receive feedback through the process 
Record-keeping complies with organisational and legal requirements 
Inform relevant people of the selection decision and prepare development plan based on selection process 
Conditions of employment as approved for the position are agreed with the successful candidate 
Induction arrangements are agreed with the candidate and other relevant managers 
Induction is undertaken in accordance with the induction plan and a training plan developed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

BSBMGT506A - Recruit, select and induct staff
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I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

BSBMGT506A - Recruit, select and induct staff

Student name:

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Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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