New year, new job scene. Or at least the saying goes, right? It seems that at the start of a every year there&rsquo;s always a shift in what&rsquo;s hot &ndash; and what&rsquo;s not, and 2024 is certainly no different. Sit back whilst we spill the tea on the latest trends to shake up our hiring habits.
1. The tech takeover continues
It&rsquo;s no surprise that technology like AI and machine learning is switching up the hiring process. Phrases that we definitely didn&rsquo;t expect to see on our 2024 bingo card just two years ago, are now stealing the spotlight, revolutionising tasks such as candidate matching, CV screening, and initial interviewing. It&rsquo;s through these innovations that we&rsquo;re seeing a real upgrade across the recruitment process, with improvements to productivity, reductions in bias, and the opportunity for recruiters to focus on what really matters to them and their business, such as relationship building and talent management. Ready or not, tech is the future - don&rsquo;t be afraid to incorporate it into your 2024 game plan.
2. Don&rsquo;t shy away from the diversity dance
Equity, diversity, and inclusion &ndash; once buzzwords in the boardroom are now the real deal in successful organisations. When it comes to hiring, it's time for companies to make a big deal about their equality practices, implementing inclusive interviewing practices and diverse placements. But this shift isn&rsquo;t just about meeting societal expectations &ndash; it&rsquo;s a strategic effort to spark innovation and create a workplace that is vibrant and strong.
3. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Skills over degrees
It appears there&rsquo;s a noticeable change in the air regarding employers&rsquo; approach to hiring, with more and more waking up to the fact that the dynamic and diverse workplaces of today demand more than just technical know-how and academic accolades. Of course, they're important, but there's a bigger, more nuanced picture. It's about honing in on the intangibles &ndash; those down-to-earth skills that make a workplace click. Think effective communication, adaptability, and problem-solving; these are the traits that offer impact and value to a team. The shift isn't about tossing that pile of CVs aside (apologies to all the admin avoiders); it's about looking past the paper trail and focusing on the skills that truly spell success. Yep, we&rsquo;re officially in our &lsquo;soft skills&rsquo; era, where a candidate's ability to navigate the human side of work is just as crucial as their paper credentials.
4. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Levelling up the candidate experience
This year, it&rsquo;s predicted that the candidate experience will become a key differentiator for employers, with today&rsquo;s job seekers expecting a seamless, personalised, and candidate-centric recruitment process. They&rsquo;re looking for employers who get what makes them tick, &nbsp;understands their &nbsp;values and career goals, and guides them through the job-hunting journey with the right info at the right time. Because let&rsquo;s face it, nobody needs a headache when job-hunting. The key is making the candidate feel like a VIP; organisations that pull this off will build a rep as a workplace that everyone wants to be part of.
So, there you have it &ndash; the lowdown on what's shaking in the UK's job market this year. In a landscape driven by technology, diversity, and changing work dynamic, it&rsquo;s imperative that companies stay ahead of the curve and adapt to the evolving industry. By doing so, they&rsquo;ll undoubtedly set their organisations up for success in 2024.
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2024 recruitment trends: what's in store for the year ahead

Learning the skills needed to land a new job is often just as crucial as learning how to excel in your potential career. Whether it&rsquo;s mastering the art of networking, acing job applications, or crafting a killer CV, there&rsquo;s always something candidates can be doing to make sure they&rsquo;re completely prepared. But, perhaps almost everyone&rsquo;s achilles heel in pursuit of the perfect role is nailing the most nerve-wracking aspect of the job hunt itself: the dreaded interview.
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Navigating interviews, especially in a new field, can be tough and practice and preparation are crucial steps you can take to make sure you ace that interview. But what if you don&rsquo;t have anyone with whom you can practice common interview questions? Let us introduce to you, Google&rsquo;s Interview Warm-up. The tech giant has teamed up with job seekers to create a this nifty little tool, designed to help you practice responding to questions handpicked by industry pros.
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But how does it actually work?
Using clever machine learning, it transcribes your answers and provides insights on how to level up your responses. We know prepping for interviews always requires effort, but Google&rsquo;s aim is to make it a tad easier so candidates feel more self-assured and at ease while acing their interviews.
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With Interview Warmup, your answers are instantly written down so you can check what you said. As an added bonus, you get insights &ndash; tips from smart tech that can help you uncover details about your answers, like the job-related words you use regularly and your main talking points such as your experience, skills, and goals. And although it was designed with Google Career Certificates students in mind, it's open to everyone and includes general questions suitable for various fields. It even shows how much time you spend discussing each topic in your response. And the best part? Your answers aren't graded or judged, and you can practice as many times as you like. It's like your own private practice arena!
Why not give Interview Warm - Up a shot? It could be just the ticket to leveling up your interview prep.&nbsp;
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Congratulations - you&rsquo;ve landed your new role! Now that you've secured that all important placement, it's time to make a positive impression on your first day. After all, first impressions matter! Here are some tips to help you shine on your first day.
1. &nbsp; &nbsp;Plan for your shift start times
Punctuality is important so plan your routine to ensure you arrive a little early and certainly well ahead of your shift start time. This not only shows that you're eager to begin, but also allows for any unexpected delays. Remember that there might be public transport timetables that work for start times but not finish times, or vice-versa, so ensure you prepare your commute in advance.&nbsp;
2. &nbsp; &nbsp;Dress appropriately
You&rsquo;ll know ahead of your first shift exactly what you need to wear, and if you&rsquo;ve attended an induction you may already have your uniform and PPE. Make sure you&rsquo;re aware of any rules relating to uniform, dress codes, and PPE, so you&rsquo;re safe to begin your work placement &ndash; you may not be able to begin work otherwise. If you&rsquo;re working in a food or drink production site pay particular attention to what items of clothing and PPE can be worn, and where, to comply with hygiene regulations.
3. &nbsp; &nbsp;Listen and learn
Your first day is a great opportunity to soak up as much information as possible. Pay close attention during any training or information sessions, and don't hesitate to ask when you're unsure about something. Remember, there is no such thing as a stupid question!
4. &nbsp; &nbsp;Follow all onsite protocols
Familiarise yourself with safety protocols and guidelines right from day one. This not only protects you and your colleagues, but demonstrates your commitment to a safe working environment. In industrial settings especially, safety is paramount.
5. &nbsp; &nbsp;Embrace feedback
If you receive feedback or suggestions during your first day, be open to it. Remember, everyone was new once, and constructive feedback is an opportunity for growth. Show your willingness to learn and improve by taking onboard any advice and reacting positively to it.
Your first day at a new job is an exciting opportunity to make your mark and become a valued member of the team. With these tips in mind, you'll be well on your way to making a great first impression that sets the stage for a successful career in the industrial sector. Best of luck!&nbsp;

Impress from day one – top tips for an impactful workplace debut

We know that looking for a new job can be a bit of a task &ndash; all that trawling through job websites, trying to find something that&rsquo;s right for you. And then, when you think you&rsquo;ve found your ideal role &ndash; what&rsquo;s that &ndash; you have to upload your CV? And they want you to come into branch to complete some paperwork?! Fear not &ndash; here at gap personnel, it&rsquo;s our aim to make the onboarding process as easy as possible for all of our applicants. So, whether you favour the traditional route of speaking to someone face-to-face, or you prefer to apply from the comfort of your own home, we&rsquo;ve got an application solution to suit your needs.
Below we'll walk you through the key steps of our temporary worker onboarding process, demonstrating how simple it really is to kickstart your career with gap personnel. We're committed to making your experience with us efficient and enjoyable (yes you heard it here first &ndash; job hunting can be enjoyable!).&nbsp;
1. &nbsp; &nbsp;Apply or register online You can apply for any of our live jobs on our website. Our jobs page can be filtered by location, job type, and contract type, so you can find something that&rsquo;s the perfect fit for you. If you&rsquo;d like to register your interest for any upcoming placements with your local team, you can send them a message on our contact us page - it won&rsquo;t be long before one of the team gets in touch.
2. &nbsp; &nbsp;Complete your registration with gap personnel Next, we&rsquo;ll need just a little bit more information in order to progress your application. Once you hit &ldquo;apply&rdquo; you&rsquo;ll be redirected to our secure registration portal. We&rsquo;ve made it super easy to do this online &ndash; but don&rsquo;t worry if you can&rsquo;t, it&rsquo;ll be a short visit to branch just so we can take some copies of your paperwork. If you complete your registration online, we&rsquo;ll send you a video link so we can introduce ourselves, have a chat about the role you&rsquo;ve applied for, and complete a final compliance check. The power of the internet, eh?
3. &nbsp; &nbsp;Let&rsquo;s get you ready for placement Once we&rsquo;ve boxed off all the initial admin to get you compliantly registered, it&rsquo;s time to get ready for placement! That might mean completing some suitability assessments, especially if the company you&rsquo;re working for have certain skill requirements. You might also need to attend an induction where you&rsquo;ll meet the site team and learn more about the role and working environment. You&rsquo;ll be given any PPE or uniform you need to start work, and we&rsquo;ll make sure you&rsquo;ve got all your official bits and bobs including a key information document and your contract.
4. &nbsp; &nbsp;Time to start work We&rsquo;ll make sure you know exactly where you&rsquo;re meant to be and who you will be meeting on your first day. And we&rsquo;ll check in with you after your first shift and regularly throughout your placement to see how you&rsquo;re getting on. Got something you need to discuss? Give us a call - we&rsquo;re at the other end of the phone 24/7.
From the moment you express your interest in a role, to the day you start your temporary placement and throughout, our goal is to make the process hassle-free for you. We handle the paperwork, compliance checks, and communication with our client companies, so you can focus on what you do best - your job. So, if you're ready to take the next step in your industrial career, get in touch with us today!

Seamless onboarding: A quick guide for temporary workers

So, you've got your eyes on a company, and you want to know if it's the right fit for you? In this blog post, we'll explore the art of researching a company with the aim of not only learning more about them, but also positioning yourself as an informed and engaged candidate when applying for a job. So, let's roll up our sleeves and uncover the most effective ways to research a company.
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1. Company website 🚀
Best place to start? The company's official website! Look for an "About Us" or "Our Story" section. It&rsquo;s where you&rsquo;ll find the company's mission, vision, and what makes them tick.
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2. Social media stalk 🕵️&zwj;♀️🕵️
Time to get social! Check out the company's social media profiles: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram &ndash; a lot of companies even have a TikTok account these days! Scroll through their posts, comments, and interactions. You'll get a feel for their culture and how they engage with their audience.
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3. Review roundup 🌐
Head to Glassdoor or Indeed for some behind-the-scenes scoop. They&rsquo;re both great tools for prospective candidates, where employees spill the tea about their work experiences, the company's leadership, and even salary insights.
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4. News nook 📰
News outlets are your friends. Google the company's name followed by "news" or "press releases." It&rsquo;s always a good idea to find out if their name has cropped up in any recent stories, from recent developments, awards, or major announcements &ndash; it's all there.
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5. Networking nirvana 👥
LinkedIn is not just for job hunting. Use it to connect with current or former employees by sending them a friendly message &ndash; people love to share their experiences. Think of it as your own personal company tour guide😏
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6. Culture code crack 🎨
Some companies proudly showcase their culture codes. Look for terms like "values," "culture," or "employee experience&rdquo; and you&rsquo;ll get a sense of their underlying ethos and what makes them tick.
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7. Community check 👥
See if the company supports community initiatives or charity events. It will give you a sense of what they're really about and whether their values match yours.
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8. Ask away&nbsp;🤔
If you've got an interview lined up, don't hesitate to ask questions about company culture and recent developments. It shows you've done your homework, are genuinely interested in the role and gives you the opportunity to figure out if the job is a good match and what they&rsquo;re all about.
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9. Gut check ✨
Lastly (and probably the most important!): trust your instincts. If something doesn't feel right or align with your values, it might not be the one. Your gut feeling is like a built-in compass, so pay attention and go with what feels right.
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">And there you have it &ndash; your ultimate guide to becoming a company detective. Now go forth, gather your intel, and make an informed decision. Best of luck on your job-seeking adventure!<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji'; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">🍀

Unlocking the secrets: a job seeker's guide to company research

You&rsquo;ve got through the application stage and have secured an induction, a significant achievement in itself - now it's time to shine. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the job market, making a great first impression is absolutely crucial if you want to make the most of your new placement opportunity. We&rsquo;ve put together our top 5 tips to help you really stand out from the crowd during the induction process.
1. Be prepared
Your consultant will provide you with an overview of the company before you attend your induction so you&rsquo;ll have an insight into the company, working environment, and job role expectations before you arrive. But if you want to know more, checking out their website is a great start &ndash; they often give you an insight into what their company culture and business operations are all about, along with recent news and developments.
2. Be punctual
Arriving on time for your induction is a simple but effective way to make a positive first impression. It shows that you respect the trainers time and are genuinely interested in the position. Plan your journey in plenty of time, aiming to arrive a few minutes ahead of the time advised by your consultant.
3. Dress appropriately
Wear clean and neat attire that's suitable for the job role and in line with dress code. If you have been issued with any PPE, please make sure you are wearing it or have it ready to wear once you arrive otherwise you may be unable to safely complete your induction. If you&rsquo;re unsure, check with your consultant who can let you know what is most appropriate.
4. Communicate effectively
Listen carefully to the training and information so you&rsquo;re ready to answer questions or complete any end-of-induction assessments. Speak clearly and confidently, and if there&rsquo;s anything you don&rsquo;t understand please ask &ndash; this is your opportunity to make sure you&rsquo;re fully prepared for your work placement.
5. Be positive and enthusiastic
A positive attitude can really set you apart. Be engaged, and actively listen to the information provided &ndash; it will demonstrate to your trainer that you value their time and expertise, and you&rsquo;ll stand out as a quality candidate.
Remember, making a good impression during the induction isn't necessarily about your skills; it's about showcasing your attitude and enthusiasm for the opportunity. At gap personnel, we're here to help you find the right fit, and if you follow these steps you'll be well on your way to making a positive impression during your next induction. Good luck!

Nailing the induction: how to make a great first impression at your induction session

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And not to blow our own trumpet but we really do look after our staff &ndash; so much so, that in 2023 we were officially acknowledged as a &lsquo;World Class Company to Work For&rsquo; when we were awarded a best companies 3-star accreditation, achieved through "outstanding" commitment to workplace engagement.
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Operating from one of our many branches across England and Wales, our consultants are on hand to offer tailored support and local knowledge for all your recruitment needs.

This is our business mindset, constantly striving to redefine the standard of excellence in everything we do, always looking for opportunities for improvement across our core values.

The best interests of all our people are at the heart of all we do; we’re not “yes” people, we want to offer our expertise, even if it means a difficult conversation.

We uphold a culture of responsibility, defining and agreeing expectations, and being held accountable against them.

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It’s right there in the job title, ‘Recruitment Consultant’. We want to understand exactly what you’re looking for in your next role; your salary expectations, where you can travel to, shift patterns that will work for you. Only by consulting with you can we find you a role that fits your wants and needs.

If we say we’ll do it, then we’ll do it. Got a query? If we don’t already have the answer we’ll find out and get back to you. Is something not quite working out with your job role? We want to know so we can try and resolve it.

We want to get to know you so we can support you personally. By being approachable and responsive we will build a real relationship with you so we can have open and honest conversations.

We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but more it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

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