Job Summary
As a Trainee Recruitment Support Officer (Apprentice), the individual will work towards the full job description outlined within this document. A robust training programme will be undertaken during the first 12-18 months, which will include CIPD Level 3 in HR Support, plus in-house training.
Would you like to help make a difference when recruiting to ULHT's vacancies for Clinical, Therapies, Administration and many more roles across our Lincolnshire Hospitals? We would really like to hear from you. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 27th February.
Main Duties of the Job
Supported by the Recruitment Co-ordinator and the Recruitment Service Manager, you will be responsible for reviewing, enhancing and publishing of adverts, preparing conditional offers, liaising with our candidates and undertaking a safe and fair recruitment process. Experience of customer-facing administration is essential in this busy role. Our customers consist of existing employees at all levels throughout the Trust, newly appointed candidates, candidates thinking about applying, agencies and other Trust departments.
Strong administration/organisational skills are a must for this very busy role.
For more information on the role please see the attached job description and person specification.
The Recruiting Manager reserves the right to close this advert as soon as a sufficient number of applications are received.
About Us
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county.
This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations.
The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG).
Date Posted
10 February 2025
Pay Scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,071 to £25,674 a year. Annex 21 applies.
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working Pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference Number
357-LN-1928-24
Job Locations
Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, LN2 5QY
Job Responsibilities
What Should You Do Next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
Please Note: Annex 21 applies during the duration of the apprenticeship, where you will receive a proportion of the salary. The first six months you will be paid 70% of the band 3 salary (£17,971.80 pro rata) the remaining 12 months you will be paid at 75% of the band 3 salary (£19,255.50 pro-rata) moving to full band 3 first point on completion (£24,071.00 pro-rata).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
* Level 2 or 3 standard of education (e.g. GCSE/A Level/NVQ/BTEC) or equivalent experience demonstrating numeracy and literacy.
Desirable:
* Level 2 Certified English and Maths (GCSE/Functional Skills) as this is a requirement for many learning programmes/professional development pathways.
* CIPD Level 3 (Foundation Certificate) or equivalent qualification.
Experience
Essential:
* Experience of using information to make decisions and inform action to be taken. Experience of making recommendations for improvements in relation to systems and administrative processes.
* An understanding of how to handle, resolve and escalate enquiries and pass on information promptly.
* Experience of working independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
* Use of applicant tracking system.
* Knowledge of Recruitment processes.
* Knowledge and understanding of working in a wider system of integrated care.
Evidence of Particular Skills and Aptitudes
Essential:
* Proven and effective administrative skills.
* Understands the need for confidentiality.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Confident in using ICT systems relevant to role, including Management Information Systems and MS Office.
* Able to work on own initiative without constant supervision.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively and professionally and remain calm and polite under pressure.
* Demonstrates attention to detail and works methodically, responding to changes to meet deadlines.
* Able to help others acquire skills and experience.
Specific Requirements:
* Willingness to work flexibly - some evening work may be required.
* Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
* Contribute to a positive working environment ensuring commitment to equality and diversity.
* The ability to travel between sites may be required.
* Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
Employer Details
Employer Name: United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address: Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, LN2 5QY
Employer's Website: https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/
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