Temporary Recruitment Administrator – Care Home

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Recruitment Administrator to join a friendly care home on a temporary basis. The role starts as soon as possible and will run for approximately one to six weeks, providing full‑time support (40 hours per week) to the recruitment and onboarding process.

Key responsibilities

• Post and manage job adverts across recruitment platforms.
• Screen applications, schedule interviews and liaise with candidates.
• Prepare and issue offer letters, contracts and onboarding documentation.
• Carry out right‑to‑work, DBS and reference checks.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and personnel files.
• Support compliance with CQC and employment regulations.
• Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and produce recruitment reports.
• Assist with general HR and administrative duties as required.

Required profile

• Previous experience in recruitment, HR administration or a similar administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident written and verbal communication.
• Professional, friendly and approachable manner.
• Experience in healthcare or social‑care settings is desirable but not essential.
• Successful candidate will undergo safeguarding checks and must hold an Enhanced DBS with update service.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.