EMPLOYERS are being urged to make better use of achievement records when recruiting.

For several years every school leaver in East Lancs has been compiling a National Record of Achievement, detailing academic qualifications and attributes.

"When recruiting staff it is sometimes hard to make an accurate assessment from a one-off interview situation," said Andy Fawcett, training and development director for ELTEC.

"National Records of Achievement offer a valuable pen picture of potential recruits."

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