Hire with impact: recruitment training for rare disease patient groups

Masterclass | Online
Beacon is delighted to announce our next masterclass for rare disease patient groups! This training is specifically for groups who are ready to hire their first paid member of staff or looking to grow their team!

Why employ paid staff?

Employing staff can have a huge impact on a patient group’s ability to achieve their advocacy goals. By managing administrative and operational tasks, staff enable groups to undertake ambitious projects and expand their reach, better serving their community and addressing patient needs.

This also eases the burden on individual leaders, reducing burnout. Moreover, new staff bring fresh expertise and perspectives, helping patient groups advocate more effectively and make a greater impact on the lives of those they represent.

Why attend this masterclass?

Hiring staff is a decision that requires careful consideration. Leaders of rare disease patient groups are often individuals living with the condition or their family members, meaning their drive for change is deeply personal.

Transitioning to paid staff can be daunting, as it’s crucial to hire individuals who grasp the personal significance and gravity of the group’s mission. Beacon recognises this challenge and is hosting this masterclass to equip patient groups with the tools they need to find the right person.

What does the masterclass cover?

Spread across four interactive virtual sessions, this comprehensive course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to successfully navigate the recruitment process.

The masterclass will be conducted in a small group setting, providing ample opportunities for personalised interaction with our expert trainers.

Attendees will actively participate in creating job materials during the sessions and receive constructive feedback to refine their approach. Don’t miss this chance to transform your organisation by adding the right talent to your team!

Session one – 17th October, 11:00 – 12:30 

Creating the perfect job role

Learn how to define the perfect job role for your organisation’s needs. We’ll guide you through crafting detailed job descriptions and personal specifications that attract the right candidates.  

Session two – 24th October, 11:00 – 12:30 

Finding the best candidates

During this session our trainers will equip you with the skills you need to get your job in front of the right people.

We will cover:

  • How to write a job advert that will help you attract the right candidates
  • How to develop a recruitment pack
  • Where to advertise your role
  • How to use social media and networking to promote the role

Session three – 7th November, 11:00 – 12:30

Shortlisting and interviewing

Master the art of shortlisting candidates and conducting insightful interviews. Gain confidence in your ability to choose the best fit for your team.

Session four – 14th November, 11:00 – 12:30

Onboarding and retention

Ensure a smooth transition for your new hire with effective onboarding practices. Learn how to create a supportive environment that fosters long-term retention and growth.

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This masterclass is specifically designed for organisations who are ready to recruit in the near future. Attendees will be working on developing recruitment materials during the sessions, therefore, to get the most out of this opportunity it is important to have a recruitment goal in mind. As spaces are limited, we will be prioritising groups that are the right stage in their recruitment journey. If this sounds like you, sign up here!
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Is this masterclass for me?

It will cover…

A step by step guide on how to recruit your first member of staff

It will not cover…

How to fundraise for paid memebers of staff

Meet the trainers

Katy Woodward

 I am a Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Costello Medical. I joined the company 3 years ago and in my role, I work closely with our Leadership team to support them to grow their teams, which includes developing job adverts, marketing and advertising vacancies and overseeing the recruitment process. I also manage our candidate marketing via our LinkedIn page, as well as contributing to projects to continually evolve and improve our recruitment processes.

Mikaela Lines

Hello, I’m Mikaela, Senior Onboarding and Training Coordinator for the Training team at Costello Medical. I play a significant role in the induction and learning development process. One of my favourite aspects of my role is welcoming new starters on their first day and seeing them thrive throughout their training journey.

Rose Cahill

Hi, I’m Rose, a People Team Administrator at Costello Medical. Part of my role is communicating with new starters before their first day and to ensure we comply with legal requirements, including employment contracts and right-to-work checks. I also play a key role in creating job descriptions and recently conducted a project to revamp all our existing ones!

Deposit system

Registering for this online masterclass will require paying a refundable deposit of £20 upon registration. This deposit will be kept safe in Eventbrite until after the training has been completed.

Following the event, if you have attended at least three our of the four sessions, you will get your full deposit back. We understand that circumstances can change, especially in the rare disease community.

Should you register for the masterclass and realise you can no longer attend, please let us know as soon as possible. We will endeavour to refund your deposit in full provided reasonable notice is given. Reasonable notice for this event is no later than 3 working days before. Find out more about our deposit scheme here. If you have any questions, please contact projects@rarebeacon.org.

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