This article is based on the Acas guidance from on redundancies, and advice from our associate HR expert, Fiona Barker.
Choose your selection criteria and evidence
Your criteria should be as 'objective' and 'measurable' as possible. This means they should be:
- Fair
- Based on facts that can be measured
- Not affected by personal opinions
You should also decide how the selection criteria will be applied – e.g. if it will be applied across the whole school/trust, or only to departments or phases.
Standard of work or performance – you'll need accurate records, such as performance management review progress Skills, qualifications or expertise – you could have a list of relevant skills and qualifications, such as specialist skills or attendance at relevant training courses Relevant experience – such as experience of leading a team or running training sessions Attendance and disciplinary records – these