Talent Acquisition Specialist - 9 Month Maternity Cover Contract

Join to apply for the Talent Acquisition Specialist - 9 Month Maternity Cover Contract role at Care ADHD. This role is a 9‑month maternity cover contract reporting to the Head of Talent.

At CARE ADHD, we’re revolutionising private healthcare by making ADHD assessments and treatment more affordable and accessible to those who need it. Our client‑centred approach, combined with lean methodology and a focus on continuous improvement, drives our commitment to excellence. We’re growing fast, and finding and onboarding exceptional clinical and operational talent is key to our success.

Why Work With Us?

You’ll be joining a purpose‑driven team on a 9‑month maternity cover contract. Your work directly impacts both our substantive and clinical staff and, ultimately, the patients we serve. This isn’t just about screening calls – it’s about creating exceptional experiences that help us attract and retain the talented professionals who make our mission possible. As a start‑up scaling rapidly, you have the unique opportunity to contribute to building something meaningful from the ground up.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Recruitment
  • Manage high‑volume hiring across clinical and operational roles, owning the full cycle from sourcing to offer.
  • Guide candidates and stakeholders through an efficient, well‑structured interview process.
  • Act as the point of contact for interviewees & candidates throughout the process.
  • Create a wonderful candidate experience through clear, friendly, and timely communication.
  • Keep our recruitment systems organised and up‑to‑date, making sure no detail slips through the cracks.
  • Balance the nuances of hiring clinical professionals for a start‑up environment, ensuring candidates understand the pace and flexibility required.
  • Proactively identify and engage top talent, ensuring a strong pipeline for key roles.
• Onboarding Coordination
  • Bring our onboarding strategy to life by facilitating IT and tool setup while coordinating and scheduling shadowing sessions to ensure new team members have everything they need to thrive.
  • Work closely with our Talent Administrator’s to ensure compliance checks (e.g., Right to Work, DBS, professional registrations) are completed efficiently.
  • Support new team members as their dedicated guide through the onboarding journey.
  • Help coordinate and attend popular in‑person onboarding events in Canary Wharf.
• General Process Enhancement
  • Keep our ATS system accurate and organised.
  • Share creative ideas to improve our onboarding and recruitment processes.
  • Work closely with our Head of Talent to support various team initiatives and projects.

To Thrive In This Role You’ll Need

• 3+ years of experience in Recruiting, start‑up or scale‑up or health‑tech environment.
• Proficiency using ATS and HR systems (we use Employment Hero).
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet goals.
• Solid coordination experience with scheduling, compliance, and onboarding.
• Great organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident and natural communicator who enjoys creating an engaged work environment.
• Proactive, resourceful and able to work at pace.
• Open and approachable with a people‑first attitude.

Bonus (Not Essential)

• Experience in healthcare recruitment.
• Understanding of compliance checks in hiring and HR.
• Proficiency using SaaS tools like Slack, Front, Notion and Airtable.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid work – Canary Wharf based office.
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Team get‑togethers.
• A paid day off on your birthday.
• Office equipment when you join.
• Pension contribution.
• Be part of one of the UK’s most ambitious HealthTech start‑ups.

Our Hiring Process We Believe In a Fast, Candidate‑friendly Process

• A screening call with our Talent Team Lead.
• An interview with our Head of Talent.
• Offer!

Apply with Confidence

Studies show that men apply for roles when they meet around 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and other marginalised groups often apply only if they meet every requirement. If you believe you’re a great fit but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. At Care ADHD, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those from historically marginalised communities.