Recruitment Assistant

Portland College; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization is looking for an organised and enthusiastic Recruitment Assistant to join their People Team. The role involves managing onboarding and compliance checks, providing support for recruitment campaigns, and delivering induction sessions. The ideal candidate should possess strong organisational and communication skills along with a commitment to accuracy and quality service. Benefits include enhanced holiday policies and opportunities for skill development.

Benefits

Enhanced holidays (33 days per year, pro rata)

Blue Light Card eligibility for discounts

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Access to subsidised canteen

Opportunities for development and training

Free life assurance (4x annual salary)

Qualifications

• Previous experience in administrative or HR setting is important.
• An understanding of compliance checks and documentation accuracy.
• Friendly and professional approach towards helping staff.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-employment checks and onboarding for new employees.
• Be a primary contact for new employees.
• Support recruitment campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Deliver new starter inductions and compliance support.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

English and maths Level 2

Level 3 CIPD or working towards

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an organised and enthusiastic Recruitment Assistant to join our People Team at Portland Charity. If you thrive in a varied and fast paced environment and are passionate about providing an outstanding level of service for our new employees, we would love to hear from you.

Interviews will be held on 23rd and 24th September 2025.

What you’ll be doing

• Complete pre-employment checks, documentation and onboarding for new employees in a timely manner while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Be a first point of contact for new employees joining Portland Charity.
• Play a crucial role in creating and managing recruitment campaigns across multiple advertising platforms.
• Support the team to ensure compliance in Right to Work documentation and DBS checking.
• Organise new starter inductions, including delivery of the introduction session on day one.
• Provide general support to the Recruitment and Compliance Advisor as well as the wider People team, delivering a high level of service to staff at Portland Charity.

About you

• You have previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within a recruitment and/or HR setting.
• You are passionate about high standards of quality and understand the importance of accuracy in key documentation and compliance checks.
• You have a friendly and professional approach with a genuine passion for helping people and providing efficient service for our staff.
• You have some knowledge of Safer Recruitment.

We will require a Basic DBS check for this role which does not involve regulated activity with our learners and/or citizens.

About Portland Charity

Portland Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its learners, citizens, customers, volunteers and staff. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Benefits

• A rewarding career and contributing to positive outcomes for learners and citizens
• Enhanced holidays of 33 days per year (pro rata) with option to buy up to 10 additional days
• Blue Light Card eligibility for discounts
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking and access to a subsidised canteen
• Opportunities to develop knowledge and skills on the job through training, mentoring and qualifications
• Free life assurance (4x annual salary payable to your family in the event of death)

Qualifications

• Essential: English and maths Level 2
• Desirable: Level 3 CIPD or working towards

Working Hours

37.5 hours, Monday – Friday, core hours 8:30am – 5:00pm. Potential for one day a week from home.

Applying to work at Portland Charity

Portland Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its learners, citizens, customers, volunteers and staff. We expect all staff to protect learners, citizens, customers, volunteers and staff from abuse or harm and to promote Fundamental British Values. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are on the child or adult barred lists. This role does not involve regulated activity. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Basic DBS check and prove right to work in the UK. Please note – you must submit an application form to fulfil Safer Recruitment responsibilities, but a CV can be submitted and will be considered alongside the application form. Applications must be made via our online recruitment portal, Sam People Recruit. Use the “apply” button to access the platform. For help with your application, contact [e-mail] or call the recruitment team on 01623 499111, extension 428 or 205.

Many of our staff have a disability and we are proud to hold Disability Confident and Mindful Employer status, reflecting our commitment to health and wellbeing at work. If you would like to speak with us before applying, please contact our recruitment team on 01623 499 111 or via email at [e-mail] for support.