Our recruitment process is open and fair. We try to create a positive and enjoyable candidate experience.
We aim to recruit individuals with the knowledge, skills, experience and potential to help us meet our objectives.
Our commitment to diversity
We treat all candidates in a fair, prompt, courteous and professional manner.
We consider applications strictly on their ability to meet the requirements of the vacancy.
We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a diverse workforce.
We support a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates:
- with a recognised disability
- who meet the minimum vacancy standard
Our commitment to representation
We welcome candidates from communities that are under-represented in our workforce.
We provide support and make any reasonable adjustments to ensure:
- our recruitment process can fully include all candidates
- our working environment is suitable for all successful candidates
Agile working
Healthcare Improvement Scotland is committed to agile working across our premises. We are progressing through stages of this, on a phased basis.
Our commitment to service
We look for ways to improve our recruitment practices. Your feedback can help inform the service improvements we make.
Recruitment policies
We have a number of organisational policies and procedures for all key areas of our activity.
We believe it is essential to have the right policies and practices for:
- recruitment
- performance management
- promotion
These policies are the foundation of a fair and equal culture for all employees.
For further information on policies please contact the HR Unit on 0131 623 4300.
Your data
During the recruitment process we collect and use different types of personal information about candidates. We do this to assess suitability to work for Healthcare Improvement Scotland.
Our legal basis for handling this personal data is to allow us to offer and provide contracts of employment, if appropriate.
We will keep your personal data only as long as necessary for recruitment or employment purposes.
We will not share your information unless allowed or required by law.
You have several important rights over personal data we collect from you including:
- access
- correction
- erasure
- the ability to restrict or object to our processing
You can also complain to the UK Information Commissioner.
For more information access our corporate privacy notice.