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Originally Posted by Dezzy

I'd judge it on the person in that case, I'd go with the one who would fit in better with the team in question. In a case where both candidates lack relevant experience, I'd never base it on something I'd consider pointless experience.

I've been on both sides of that situation, I've suffered the pointless work placements the job centre puts people in, it doesn't teach you jack****, it's all a meaningless waste of time.

so if a reference confirms the person is punctual, polite, rarely off sick, is a team player you would consider that pointless information about their work history?