Upcoming CSC Workshops - January to June 2026
We’re pleased to share our next round of Recruitment Principles training workshops for early 2026!
Thank you to everyone who attended the last series and took the time to provide feedback. We’ve listened carefully and have made a number of improvements to help make the sessions more engaging, practical, and useful across departments.
All workshops are free to attend and open to colleagues with a government-issued email address. You can register directly using the registration forms below.
Every workshop will be delivered via Microsoft Teams, and all registered attendees will receive the joining link one day in advance of scheduled sessions. Each workshop will run for 45 minutes, including an active Q&A at the end so you can put your questions directly to the team.
Alongside our scheduled workshops, we are also working directly with individual departments to deliver tailored outreach training. These sessions are designed to meet specific organisational needs and are arranged on an as-required basis.
January - June 2026 Workshop Schedule
Monday 12 January 2026, 13:00 - 13:45 - Recruitment Principles Training
A practical introduction to the Civil Service Recruitment Principles, how they apply in day-to-day campaigns, and what good compliance looks like.
Tuesday 10 February 2026, 13:00 - 13:45 - Common Breaches and Lessons Learned
Learn how common breaches impact audits and how to avoid them, with practical strategies and real-life examples.
Wednesday 11 March 2026, 13:00 - 13:45 - Exceptions
A focused session on commonly used exceptions - how and when they apply, and when to seek the Commission’s prior approval.
Tuesday 7 April 2026, 13:00 - 13:45 - Job Adverts Masterclass: Crafting Effective Job Adverts
Improve advert clarity, inclusivity and structure to enhance candidate experience and reduce risks. Includes a mock advert exercise.
Tuesday 5 May 2026, 13:00 - 13:45 - The Use of Reserve Lists
Understand how to compliantly manage reserve lists, including extensions, reassignments, and location changes.
Wednesday 3 June 2026, 13:00 - 13:45 - Mastering the Audit Process: Essential Tips for Success
An essential guide to preparing for audits - tracking processes, managing risks and maintaining compliance.
Monday 29 June 2026, 13:00 - 13:45 - Commissioner-Chaired Campaigns and Panel Composition
Covering the composition and responsibility of selection panels, the role of a department’s Link Commissioner, diversity considerations, and insights from a Commissioner about their experience as a Chair.
Contact
For queries about:
- Common Breaches, Job Advertisements, Audit Process: contact compliance@csc.gov.uk
- Exceptions, Reserve Lists, Commissioner-Led Campaigns: contact info@csc.gov.uk
