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A Guide to Writing a Job Description

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Document updated: 08 Sep 2026

What the resource helps with

This guide helps you create clear, accurate and inclusive job descriptions. It helps you define the purpose, responsibilities and genuine requirements of a role for recruitment and ongoing management.

What's included

Practical guidance on writing role summaries, key duties, responsibilities, reporting lines and objective, inclusive person-specification criteria.

When to Use the Resource

Use when creating a new role, replacing an employee or updating an existing job description.

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