Apprentice Administrator - Recruitment and Training

KIMS Hospital; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Maidstone is seeking an Apprentice Administrator to support recruitment and training efforts. This role involves issuing offer letters, conducting pre-employment checks, and facilitating training sessions. Ideal candidates will have a good standard of secondary education, strong organizational skills, and experience in a compliance administration role. A Level Three NVQ in Business Administration can be achieved through this position. Enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Free secure staff parking

Pension scheme

Private health insurance

Life assurance

Up to 40% off some services

Employee Assistance Platform

Retail discounts and cashback

Discounted gym membership

Annual flu vaccination

Free eye test

Qualifications

• Experience as a compliance administrator in a busy, diverse regulated environment.
• Experience producing offer letters and terms and conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

• Issue offer letters, contracts, terms, and conditions, and new starter documentation.
• Carry out pre-employment checks in line with both Business and CQC requirements.
• Support the induction process, including preparing paperwork and facilitating induction weeks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

MS Word proficiency

Excel proficiency

Outlook proficiency

Communication skills

Education

5 GCSEs (A-C or equivalent), including Maths and English

Job description

Apprentice Administrator

Location: KIMS Hospital, Maidstone.
Salary: £23,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (flexible shifts between 8:00am - 6:00pm)

Are you a highly organised administrator with a passion for recruitment, compliance, and training, looking to make a real impact within a regulated healthcare environment? Are you keen to work towards a Business Administration qualification and looking for a role where you can develop your skills while supporting high-quality recruitment and training processes?

KIMS Hospital is looking for an organised and detail-focused Apprentice Administrator to provide excellent administrative and compliance support within our Recruitment & Training function.

Working as part of the Recruitment & Training Team, you will play a key role in ensuring candidates are onboarded and trained within agreed timescales, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. You will support both internal and external stakeholders and help deliver an excellent recruitment and training service across the organisation, whilst working towards a Level Three NVQ in Business Administration.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Compliance Administration

• Issue offer letters, contracts, terms and conditions, and new starter documentation.
• Carry out pre-employment checks in line with both Business and CQC requirements.
• Maintain regular contact with candidates throughout the recruitment journey
• Provide updates and support to hiring managers on candidate progress
• Support the induction process, including preparing paperwork, organising refreshments, and facilitating induction weeks alongside the wider HR team
• Work closely with the L&D Coordinator to ensure new starters are booked onto mandatory and role-specific training

Training Administration

• Prepare training registers and ensure certificates and feedback are uploaded and filed correctly
• Distribute post-course materials such as information leaflets and further reading
• Run mandatory training compliance reports.
• Monitor training bookings and communicate available sessions to the business
• Monitor professional association requirements and issue reminders, escalating concerns where necessary

Who we are looking for

Essential

• A good standard of secondary education, with at least 5 GCSEs (A-C or equivalent), including Maths and English
• Experience as a compliance administrator in a busy, diverse regulated environment.
• Experience producing offer letters and terms and conditions of employment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage a changing workload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient IT skills, particularly MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Desirable

• Experience of recruitment compliance administration within a healthcare environment

Why KIMS Hospital

At KIMS Hospital we understand our people are our biggest asset and as such we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace. That's why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Free secure staff parking
• Pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Life assurance
• Up to 40% off some KIMS Hospital services
• Employee Assistance Platform
• Retail discounts and cashback
• Discounted gym membership
• Annual flu vaccination
• Free eye test

KIMS Hospital is committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.

Additional Information

Apply online today, if you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help.
T: 01622 237634
E: [e-mail]

Any offer of employment with KIMS Hospital will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS certificate. Information about DBS checks can be found on the UK Government website.