HR Assistant

iMap Centre Ltd; Great Barrow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support provider in Great Barrow is seeking an HR Assistant to manage the end-to-end recruitment process across residential homes and SEN schools. The role involves coordinating onboarding and exit processes while ensuring compliance with Ofsted and CQC standards. The ideal candidate will have in-house recruitment experience, strong communication skills, and a desire to support individuals with autism. This position offers various benefits, including a Bike to Work Scheme and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Bike to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Paid Sick Pay

Long Service Reward Scheme

Annual Leave Buy and Sell Scheme

Support to Drive Scheme

Development Pathways

Comprehensive Training Package

Christmas Saver Scheme

Enhanced Employee Assistance Package

Qualifications

• Experience in in-house recruitment, ideally within social care or education.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted and CQC frameworks.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full recruitment lifecycle for residential homes and SEN schools.
• Screen applications and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Manage onboarding for new starters, ensuring compliance with safer recruitment standards.

Skills

In-house recruitment experience

Knowledge of safer recruitment practices

Strong relationship-building skills

Proficient in ATS and Microsoft Office

Highly organised

Job description

iMap – Individuals Making Autism Positive are an established support provider committed to increasing the participation of children and adults with autism in all aspects of living and learning.

Through understanding we will empower each individual to achieve their aspirations.

As the HR Assistant, you will play a key role in contributing to a comprehensive HR service across the organisation. You will be the central point for all in‑house recruitment activities across our adult and children’s residential homes and SEN schools. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from advertising vacancies to onboarding new starters and processing leavers, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and CQC safer recruitment standards. You will also liaise with external recruitment agencies, job platforms, and represent the organisation at job fairs. In addition you will provide administrative support to Line Managers in regards to employee relations and signposting to organisational policies and procedures.

About the Role

To support the HR Function, you will:

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead the end‑to‑end in‑house recruitment process, including drafting and posting adverts on job boards, social media, and the company website.
• Liaise with external agencies, job platforms, and attend recruitment events as needed.
• Organise and attend job fairs and recruitment events to attract talent.
• Screen applications, conduct pre‑screening calls, and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a positive experience.
• Oversee onboarding for new starters, ensuring all safer recruitment checks are completed and induction processes are followed.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and databases in line with GDPR and safer recruitment guidelines.
• Play a role in delivering the company induction programme.

Offboarding & Exit Interviews

• Process leavers, ensuring all necessary documentation and exit procedures are completed.
• Conduct exit interviews, collate feedback, and report trends to management for continuous improvement.

HR Support

• Provide administrative support to managers regarding meetings.
• Signpost staff and managers to relevant policies and processes.

Reporting & Compliance

• Contribute to regular recruitment reports and analytics for management.
• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with Ofsted, CQC, and safer recruitment policies.

Other Duties

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes.
• Provide administrative support as required.

Benefits

• Bike to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Paid Sick Pay
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Annual Leave Buy and Sell Scheme
• Support to Drive Scheme
• Development Pathways
• Comprehensive Training Package
• Christmas Saver Scheme
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Package

Requirements

Skills & Experience—Desirable

• Experience in in‑house recruitment, ideally within social care or education.
• Knowledge of safer recruitment practices and relevant regulatory frameworks (Ofsted, CQC).
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills.
• Proficient in using ATS, job boards, and Microsoft Office.
• Highly organised, self‑motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Please note a full UK driving licence is essential due to the rural location of our Head Office.

iMap is currently unable to offer Certificates of Sponsorship.