Oaktree Childcare is a dedicated care service provider committed to delivering exceptional care and support to vulnerable individuals across our communities. Our work is centered on providing high-quality care, and we take pride in the professional development and well-being of our team. As part of our ongoing growth, we are looking to add a proactive and detail-oriented HR Administrator to our team, with a key focus on recruitment and onboarding. This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in shaping our workforce and supporting our mission.
Job Overview:
The HR Administrator (Recruitment & Onboarding) will be responsible for supporting the recruitment process, from attracting top talent to ensuring new employees are onboarded smoothly and effectively. You will play a key role in providing an exceptional candidate experience while ensuring compliance with HR processes and legal requirements. This is a hands-on, busy role, offering the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment within the care sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment:
* Assist in the full recruitment cycle, including advertising vacancies, reviewing applications, and coordinating interviews for care staff and other roles.
* Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and create accurate job descriptions and person specifications.
* Post job vacancies on relevant job boards, social media platforms, and recruitment agencies, ensuring a wide reach to potential candidates.
* Screen applications and conduct initial phone interviews to assess candidate suitability.
* Schedule interviews and manage communications with candidates, ensuring timely and professional feedback.
* Coordinate pre-employment checks, including reference checks, DBS checks, and right-to-work documentation.
* Maintain a pipeline of potential candidates for future vacancies, proactively sourcing talent through various channels.
Onboarding:
* Oversee the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a seamless experience from job offer to the first day.
* Prepare and distribute employment contracts, offer letters, and new hire paperwork.
* Organise induction sessions for new employees, ensuring they understand company policies, values, and key procedures.
* Ensure all compliance requirements are met for new starters, including necessary certifications and training (e.g., DBS checks, mandatory care sector training).
* Assist with setting up new employees on the HR system and internal platforms.
* Maintain up-to-date records for all new hires, ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with regulatory requirements.
HR Administration & Support:
* Assist with day-to-day HR administration, including maintaining employee records, filing documents, and updating HR systems.
* Provide administrative support to the HR team on employee relations, performance management, and other HR activities.
* Help track probationary periods, training compliance, and other HR milestones.
* Prepare HR reports as required, including recruitment metrics and onboarding progress.
* Ensure HR practices comply with employment law and internal policies, providing support to managers and staff as needed.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Experience: Previous experience in HR administration, recruitment, or a related role, ideally within the care or healthcare sector.
* Education: A relevant HR qualification (Minimum CIPD Level 3 and above).
* Knowledge: Solid understanding of HR processes, recruitment best practices, and employment law.
* Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
* Organisational Skills: Strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
* IT Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and HR software (experience with HRIS or recruitment platforms is advantageous).
* Personal Attributes: Highly motivated, proactive, and eager to contribute to a positive and supportive working environment.
Desirable:
* Previous experience working within a care-related business or sector.
* Familiarity with DBS and safeguarding checks and compliance requirements in the care sector.
* Understanding of HR software tools, such as BrightHR, or similar platforms.
* Knowledge of health and safety regulations within care settings.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* A supportive, friendly, and collaborative team environment.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* A role where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of individuals in the care sector.
If you are an organised and enthusiastic HR professional with a passion for recruitment and supporting others, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join a compassionate and growing organization that values its people and strives to provide the best care possible.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £23,400.00-£26,325.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Referral programme
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
HR: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Onsite
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