Selection panel members should complete this form for each candidate and return them all to your

Senior
Human Resources Assistant, together with the interview questions forms, candidate assessment forms and
recommendation to appoint form.

GROUP DISCUSSION ASSESSMENT FORM

Candidate Name

Post Title Post ref. no.

Topic for discussion

Faculty/Department

Requirements Evidence Score

List the job requirements List below the key responses or abilities that are Score the candidate
the group discussion required for each requirement. Examples are provided against each
exercise will test. below: requirement using a
scoring system of 1
(They should be marked Contribution to discussion: (low) to 5 (high)
with a ‘T’ on the person Engages the attention of group members
specification). Leads discussions, encouraging others to participate
Leads discussion at times
Gives clear direction
Collaborative with others
Steers discussion to reach a conclusion
Summarises the discussion
Actively listens to others
Enables agreement to be reached
Aware of time restraints

Communication
Takes time to prepare
Clearly communicates complex information
Identifies barriers in the discussion
Asks appropriate questions for clarity
Actively listens to others
Handles conflict and challenges well

Knowledge /expertise
Displays relevant/current knowledge of subject matter
Contributes original ideas
Make relevant contributions

Signed: ____________________________________________________________________ Date: ____________

(Selection Panel Member)