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By Naveen Mathew, HR Consulting Manager NHS Shared Business Services. |
From February 2025, NHS England requires all trusts to submit Time to Hire (TTH) data as part of the monthly Provider Workforce Returns. With an ambitious target of reducing TTH to eight weeks, many NHS organisations are under immense pressure to streamline their recruitment processes.
With average TTH exceeding 14 weeks1, the new target is a challenging goal. Recruitment delays not only impact service delivery but also lead to candidate dropouts and higher vacancy rates. Recognising this, NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) is offering a FREE Recruitment Current State Assessment to help NHS trusts identify and address inefficiencies in their recruitment processes.
Why is Time to Hire Critical?
A lengthy recruitment process can result in losing top talent to faster-moving organisations. High vacancy rates put additional strain on existing staff, affecting morale, patient care, and operational efficiency. Meeting the eight-week target is not just a regulatory requirement but also a strategic necessity for workforce stability and service excellence.
How NHS SBS Can Help
Our free assessment uses a New Starter Survey to gather critical data from recent hires about their recruitment journey. This survey highlights pain points, such as delays in job postings, slow interview scheduling, and bottlenecks in onboarding.
Benefits of the Free Recruitment Current State Assessment:
- Identify Process Bottlenecks: Discover where your recruitment process slows you down.
- Understand Candidate Dropout Points: Learn when and why candidates leave during the hiring process.
- Enhance Candidate Experience: Streamline onboarding to improve first impressions.
- Increase Retention Rates: Address issues that cause new hires to leave early.
- Boost Employer Branding: Become an employer of choice by refining your recruitment approach.
What the Assessment Involves
Our team of experienced and independent HR experts will conduct a comprehensive analysis based on survey responses from your new starters. We will then provide you with a detailed report and actionable recommendations tailored to your trust’s specific needs. This report will help you:
- Align with NHS England’s TTH targets.
- Reduce recruitment times and enhance operational efficiency.
- Retain top talent by improving recruitment and onboarding experiences.
Take the First Step Towards Recruitment Excellence
This free assessment is your gateway to understanding and improving your recruitment process. By participating, your trust will gain valuable insights into its hiring practices, enabling you to meet the new TTH target with confidence. The assessment is completely free of charge, with no obligations, and we will run every element in partnership with you.
Contact us today to schedule your FREE Recruitment Current State Assessment and take the first step towards optimising your recruitment process.
