Recruitment Officer

ICare Group; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a dedicated recruitment professional to join their team. This part-time role offers a friendly working environment and the chance to make a real difference in the community. You will play a key role in sourcing and engaging quality candidates, ensuring a smooth recruitment process while working closely with Hiring Managers. The position provides opportunities for personal growth and the chance to lead initiatives that enhance the recruitment experience. If you have a passion for recruitment and a drive to inspire others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Equal opportunities

Competitive hourly rate

Fortnightly pay

Stakeholder Pension

Blue light card qualification

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, ideally in the care sector.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source candidates through various methods including job portals and social media.
• Support Hiring Managers with recruitment processes and documentation.

Skills

Recruitment Experience

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills (MS Office)

Customer Service Skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hours of Work: Part-Time 22.5 Hours Per Week

Office Based - 3 days per week (Monday to Friday)

Location: Blackpool (head office)

Rate of Pay: £12.50 per hour

Fixed Term Contract: 9-month Maternity Cover

At ICare you can expect:

• Friendly working environment
• Equal opportunities
• Competitive hourly rate (Salary)
• Fortnightly pay
• Stakeholder Pension
• Blue light card qualification (receiving major discounts online and on the high street)
  
  

Key Requirements:

• Self-motivated, innovative, flexible, organised, excellent attention to detail and a can-do attitude.
• Experienced in recruitment with an innovative, energetic and driven mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Be creative in producing job adverts to continually attract new candidates.
• Take a leading role in the organisation’s recruitment process.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others.
• An individual who enjoys looking for solutions.
• Discrete when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Personable and able to build relationships.
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensuring job adverts are fit for purpose, engaging and attracting quality candidates.
• Actively sourcing candidates through a variety of methods including job portals, social media platforms, job boards and recruitment fairs.
• Building and maintaining close working relationships with Hiring Managers.
• Proactively engaging with new candidates to ensure they are supported throughout the recruitment process to enable a smooth candidate experience.
• Supporting the Hiring Managers with all aspects of the recruitment process including updating vacancy trackers, booking candidate interviews and advising how to achieve recruitment targets.
• Processing new starter documentation including carrying out background checks, requesting references and ensuring candidates have completed the mandatory training required, which provides them with the knowledge and skills to carry out their role effectively.
• Providing weekly and monthly reports on recruitment outcomes.
• Work in close partnership with the Job Centre.
• To actively seek out Job Fairs in ICare’s localities.
• Responsibility for performing exit interviews with leavers.
  
  

Skill set and experience required:

• Previous experience in recruitment (Ideally in the care sector).
• Experience of working across and with multiple sites.
• Proven experience of recruiting large numbers of staff within a tight timescale.
• Excellent IT Skills including MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Have proven organisational and administrative skills.
• Knowledge of Job Recruitment Fairs.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Outstanding references and a clear DB.
• Vehicle owner with full driving license.
  
  

ICare is an Equal Opportunities employer, regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and have been awarded Investors in People Accreditation.

Why ICare?

Joining ICare is more than just joining a team; it’s joining a community. Here, you’ll find purpose and the chance to make a tangible difference, all while developing your career in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. You’ll work alongside a team that values compassion, creativity, and dedication, and you’ll have the freedom to lead initiatives that make ICare a destination employer in the care sector.

Ready to Shape the Future of ICare? Apply Today!