Did you know, Skills England claim 8% of currently available jobs are due to skills shortages in the UK and around 1 in 10 (8%) jobs in the UK are currently in critical demand across the UK labour market.
A shift from traditional qualifications and experience-based recruiting to a skills-based strategy is one of the innovative solutions needed to address the challenging problem of the widening skills gap in the UK labour market.
In the UK, we are already experiencing a significant skills shortage, and the skills businesses require, both today and in the future are shifting faster than ever. To stay competitive, organisations must adopt a skills-first approach, ensuring job descriptions and hiring processes clearly define the necessary skills and expected outcomes. This clarity is not only essential for individual businesses but also for shaping national skills strategies that will drive long-term economic growth and build a stronger workforce for the future.
Reed Screening along with the Better Hiring Institute, its collaborators and employer network, is empowering UK organisations to prioritise skills. This initiative provides employers with the tools to bridge the skills gap, boost employee retention, and foster inclusion.
Our guidance unites top UK experts and the government, collaborating with Reed Screening, PwC, Admiral, Clu, and City & Guilds, with strong support from various parliamentarians.
What you’ll discover in the guidance:
Understanding skills-based hiring: Discover what skills-based hiring is all about and how it transforms the recruitment process for both employers and job seekers
Embracing a skills-first approach: Explore the benefits and challenges of prioritising skills over traditional qualifications
Crafting a skills blueprint: Learn practical strategies for employers to develop a robust skills blueprint that aligns with their organisational goals
Future of work insights: Gain valuable insights from industry leaders on what the future of work holds and how skills-based hiring is shaping it
Ready to bridge the skills gap and boost your organisation’s success? Download our essential guide on the skills revolution in hiring today and equip yourself with the strategies needed to stay competitive in the evolving job market.