Recruitment Advisor

hireful; Wickford; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of care services is looking for a Recruitment Advisor to handle recruitment activities. This office-based role includes placing advertisements, providing support to managers, pre-screening applicants, and enhancing the recruitment brand. Ideal candidates will have a recruitment background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multi-task under pressure. The position offers competitive benefits, including paid holidays, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Career progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment and selection processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Familiarity with advertising practices.

Responsibilities

• Support all recruitment activities for the group.
• Provide training to managers on recruitment practices.
• Coordinate recruitment communications and activities.
• Pre-screen candidates and arrange interviews.
• Liaise with external recruitment agencies.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Multi-tasking ability

Team player

Proactive attitude

Communication skills

Job description

Location: Benfleet (Office Based)

Contract: Maternity Cover, to begin January 2026

Hours per week: Full time, 40 hours per week

Salary: 27k per annum

About the role:

As a Recruitment Advisor, you are responsible for supporting all recruitment activities for their Group. This is a busy role, involving all aspects of the company’s advertising, recruitment and selection activities and processes, ensuring that the service is delivered effectively and efficiently. Their Recruitment Advisors support and advise managers on the recruitment and selection process, ensuring compliance with company policy and the appropriate safeguarding and governance requirements.

This role is fully office based.

About you:

The successful Recruitment Advisor will have a recruitment background, with experience of using a variety of methods and mediums to source and attract candidates. You will be proactive and friendly and be an excellent team-player. This Recruitment Advisor role often requires managing various tasks at once, so the ability to multi-task and work under pressure is essential.

Key responsibilities:

• Place and monitor vacancy advertisements on their ATS System
• Provide appropriate advice, support, training and development to managers on their understanding of their role in the recruitment and interview process and in the application of safe, fair and flexible recruitment practice.
• Work closely with the team to enhance the recruitment platform experience via the company website and in building employer brand through use of social media
• Coordinate communications to managers and staff regarding current and proposed recruitment and resourcing activities and plans.
• Pre-screen applications and applicants via the telephone to ensure they are actively seeking and available for work and are an eligible candidate work.
• Arrange interviews where requested, liaising with interview panel members, candidates and ensuring all arrangements and interview information/packs are in place and liaising with successful applicants regarding clearances and start date.
• Liaise with external agency and recruitment providers as required.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking

About their organisation:

Our client is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Their commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of their mission, as they strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of their residents.

They prioritise the professional development of their staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that their team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to their residents.

As they look towards the future, their reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. They are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

You may also have experience in the following: Recruitment Advisor, Recruitment Officer, Talent Acquisition Advisor, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Recruitment Coordinator, HR Recruitment Advisor, Talent Sourcing Specialist, Internal Recruiter, In-House Recruiter, HR Officer (Recruitment), People & Talent Coordinator, Resourcing Advisor, Resourcing Coordinator, Recruitment Partner, Talent Acquisition Assistant

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