Recruitment Coordinator

Join Our Team as a Recruitment Coordinator!

Location: Bromsgrove
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Specific Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: Up to £24,625 per annum

Why Work With Us?

At Polaris, we are proud to be one of the UK’s largest communities of children’s service providers. For over 30 years, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people through our independent fostering and adoption agencies, education, residential services, and bespoke children’s services contracts. Our nurturing community is committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child in our care. Join us in our mission to create brighter futures!

What We Offer

• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical Cash Plan
• Free on-site parking

Your Role

We are on the lookout for a motivated and organized Recruitment Coordinator who is passionate about building a career in HR. In this pivotal role, you will connect our hiring managers with talented candidates, ensuring a smooth recruitment process from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain a deep understanding of the Polaris brands, their culture, and work environment.
• Take ownership of vacancy adverts: draft, post, and monitor applications.
• Review applications, screen candidates, and create shortlists for hiring managers.
• Source candidates directly and engage with them via phone and email.
• Coordinate interviews and ensure hiring managers have all necessary information.
• Provide candidates with timely feedback and maintain excellent customer service.
• Handle various administrative tasks related to recruitment.
• Prepare documentation for successful candidates in line with company requirements.
• Collaborate with HR on the onboarding process.

What You Bring

• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to manage your own workload.
• Proficiency in the full Microsoft Office suite.
• Previous experience in a recruitment/HR role is a plus.
• Knowledge of children’s residential homes is advantageous.

Our Commitment

Polaris is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about the opportunity to contribute to our mission and grow within a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!