Team Leader Test

When looking to fill a team leader position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A team leader skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a team leader skills test?

    The team leader job skills test is a pre-employment assessment that is used as part of the recruitment process when looking for the right person to become a team leader. The skills test focuses on the specific competencies and aptitudes that a candidate needs to be able to demonstrate to be successful in the role.

    For the candidate, the team leader job skills test is an online assessment that they will take at home and in their own time, and it consists of several multiple-choice questions that look at the skills they will need every day.

    For the recruitment team, the team leader skills test is easy to administer to a large number of candidates, and the results can be used as quantifiable data from which effective decisions can be made regarding which applicants to take further in the recruitment process, based on their performance in the assessment.

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  1. What is a team leader skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the team leader skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures team leader skills
  4. Team Leader Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the team leader skills test for pre-screening?

    Team leaders typically do not require any formal qualification, although in some cases they may require a business-related degree. Most recruitment teams will have a specific amount of experience as a prerequisite for the role, and they will use this as part of the paper sift when going through CVs or application forms.

    However, certain soft skills and aptitudes will be needed in the role of a team leader that are difficult to assess through reading a resume, and they can even be challenging to pin down in an interview situation - and that is where the simple application of the team leader job skills test can make a difference in the quality of candidates put forward.

    Team leaders need to have excellent leadership skills first and foremost, of course, but they also need to be able to work with others as part of a team, manage projects, and support employees with sensitivity and tact. They need to be able to communicate with customers, colleagues, and management appropriately and help their team to achieve targets and meet KPIs.

    With the team leader skills test, every applicant takes the same test with the same questions. This means that they have an equal opportunity to demonstrate that they have the right level of skills that are needed for success in the role.

    For the recruitment team, the equality of the assessment means that the results of the test are free from potential bias - which means that recruiters can be certain that only the most qualified and skilled applicants are being chosen. The data from the results are quantifiable proof of which applicants have demonstrated the right skills to be a team leader or supervisor, deciding on which people to put forward to the next stage of the application process.

    Using the team leader skills test saves time and money in the recruitment process, while the data provided reduces the risk of a costly bad hire.

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How our test measures team leader skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a team leader were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our team leader test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Team Leader Test FAQs

What should I assess when hiring a team leader?

When hiring for a team leader, some of the most useful skills to assess are leadership, but also interpersonal skills like teamwork and communication. Team leaders need to be organized with excellent time management skills, and they need to have good attention to detail too.

What are the common styles of leadership?

There are several types of leadership, including:

  • Delegative Leadership
  • Participative Leadership
  • Transformational Leadership
  • Authoritative Leadership
  • Transactional Leadership

The right leadership can make all the difference to the performance of a team and the wider performance of a business, so finding the best leaders should be a priority for recruitment teams.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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