Job summary
On-site Requirement at Lakeview House, Bedford, minimum of 3 days per Week
We are seeking applications for the new role of Recruitment Coordinator in as part of the ongoing Recruitment and Shared Services Department restructure.
Join us in an exciting period of growth and transformation! As we enhance our recruitment strategies and systems, influenced by recent Lean workshops and other pivotal changes with our TRAC system, we seek dynamic professionals to be part of our evolving recruitment team.
Be at the forefront of change and help Lead the future of our Recruitment Service.
Main duties of the job
This is a key recruitment role within the Trust with responsibility for delivering a high level of service to internal and external stakeholders, developing credibility in service provision through key working relationships.
- The postholder will be passionate about customer satisfaction and be able to lead by example focusing on operational and commercial excellence whilst being able to recognise and drive forward service development.
- Ensure management of maintaining detailed records and databases to continuously evaluate and improve ongoing recruitment.
- Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to according to the Trust's guidelines and current employment law.
- To oversee the day-to-day management of recruitment dashboards, flagging areas of priority and ensuring maintenance in line with departmental KPI's.
- To have supervisory responsibility for Recruitment Officers and Recruitment Administrators.
About us
You will become part of a supportive team, facilitating a wide range of recruitment for EEAST. This is a busy role, but one that offers an excellent sense of achievement and the opportunity to develop a range of coordination and administration skills as well as an understanding of the Ambulance Trust and how they deliver great patient care. You will have the opportunity to learn from your colleagues and will be encouraged to rise to all challenges and opportunities available to you.
- Free on-site parking
- 27 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Modern Lakeside offices
- NHS & Emergency Services Discounts available
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree or equivalent experience in a Recruitment environment
- Must demonstrate commitment to personal and career development, e.g. good knowledge of employment law, best practice, regular attendance at training or update sessions
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of NHS Employment Check Standards, and experience of applying this knowledge practically
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to devise and present information in a range of formats, and tailor presentation approach to a variety of audiences
- Competent user of Microsoft Office programmes
- Knowledge of Agenda for Change terms and conditions
Desirable
- Competent user of Trac system, NHS Jobs, ESR,
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of employment legislation in relation to recruitment and selection
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within Recruitment and delivering end to end recruitment campaigns
- Working with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience of high-volume recruitment, ideally in an NHS or healthcare environment
- Experience supervising staff
- Experience of planning, organising and scheduling activities for self while working within a pressurised working environment with changing and conflicting priorities
Desirable
- Experience of implementing and monitoring systems and processes to support the delivery of an effective and efficient service
- Experience of practical problem solving and solving complex Recruitment issues
Personal Attributes
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree or equivalent experience in a Recruitment environment
- Must demonstrate commitment to personal and career development, e.g. good knowledge of employment law, best practice, regular attendance at training or update sessions
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of NHS Employment Check Standards, and experience of applying this knowledge practically
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to devise and present information in a range of formats, and tailor presentation approach to a variety of audiences
- Competent user of Microsoft Office programmes
- Knowledge of Agenda for Change terms and conditions
Desirable
- Competent user of Trac system, NHS Jobs, ESR,
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of employment legislation in relation to recruitment and selection
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within Recruitment and delivering end to end recruitment campaigns
- Working with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience of high-volume recruitment, ideally in an NHS or healthcare environment
- Experience supervising staff
- Experience of planning, organising and scheduling activities for self while working within a pressurised working environment with changing and conflicting priorities
Desirable
- Experience of implementing and monitoring systems and processes to support the delivery of an effective and efficient service
- Experience of practical problem solving and solving complex Recruitment issues
Personal Attributes
Essential
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
