Delivered through the medium of English
A practical, two-module online course designed to help you attract candidates and make confident recruitment decisions—while working within limited resources.
Course highlights:
- Duration: 6 hours per module delivered over two 3 hour sessions
- Two modules that can be attended individually or as a complete course
Who is this programme for:
This course is ideal for anyone working in the voluntary sector who is involved in recruitment, particularly those operating with limited budgets or resources.
Module one: Attracting candidates
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Delivered by Henry Field
6 hours online learning delivered over 2 x 3 hour sessions
Aim
This module aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools to attract the right candidates in a cost-effective and inclusive way.
Content
This interactive module explores how to make your roles appealing to potential candidates without overspending. You’ll begin by learning how to craft clear, inclusive, and compelling job descriptions that reflect the needs of your organisation and the role. From there, you’ll delve into techniques for writing engaging job adverts that stand out in competitive markets. The module also covers practical strategies for advertising on a budget, including free and low-cost platforms, and introduces how AI can support and streamline your recruitment efforts.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
- Create job descriptions that reflect role needs and appeal to diverse candidates
- Write adverts that stand out and attract the right applicants
- Identify budget-friendly advertising platforms and methods
- Use AI tools to streamline and enhance recruitment
Module two: Shortlisting and interviewing
Day 1: 21 January 2026, 10 am – 1 pm
Day 2: 28 January 2026, 10 am – 1 pm
Delivered by Henry Field
6 hours online learning delivered over 2 x 3 hour sessions
Aim
This module aims to equip you with the skills and confidence to shortlist candidates fairly, communicate effectively throughout the recruitment process, and make informed decisions.
Content
This interactive module focuses on the key stages of candidate selection and communication. You’ll begin by exploring how to apply fair and consistent shortlisting criteria that align with your organisation’s values and needs. The module then looks at how to communicate clearly and professionally with candidates, ensuring a positive experience for all applicants. You’ll also develop practical interviewing skills to help you assess candidates effectively and make fair decisions.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
- Apply fair shortlisting criteria and processes
- Communicate clearly and professionally with candidates
- Conduct effective interviews and make fair decisions
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About the trainer
Henry Field has been working in recruitment and HR teams for the past 12 years and has a Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management. He’s worked within charities, social care, and private sector companies across multiple sectors and specialisms. Henry’s approach is to keep things simple, accessible, and as cost effective as possible. Since April 2025, Henry has been the founder and director of “HR Field”, an HR consultancy based in Cardiff who specialise in supporting charities and SME’s with their recruitment, HR and EDI needs.
Course requirements – please read before booking
What we ask of you:
- Attend the full duration of the training.
- Test your Zoom access before attending.
- Arrive 5-10 minutes early – late arrivals may not be admitted.
- Keep your camera on and participate via microphone/chat where possible.
- Let us know at the time of booking if you have any access requirements (e.g. BSL interpreter).
- Enable notifications from LUMA to receive joining instructions and resources.
- If you can’t attend, please email bookings@wcva.cymru (see our cancellation policy).
MAXIMUM of two places per organisation
Need help or more info?
- Unsure if you are a WCVA Voluntary Sector Partner? Please check here.
- Unsure if you are a WCVA Affiliate Partner? Please check here.
- We offer bespoke courses designed around your organisation’s needs. Complete our bespoke training request form and we’ll be in touch.
- Click here to be added to the waitlist.
- For any other enquiries please email bookings@wcva.cymru.
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