At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage recruitment processes and ensure a smooth candidate experience across all campuses.
- Company: Join Scholars School System, a dynamic educational institution committed to academic excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 28 days holiday, annual incentives, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education by empowering students through effective recruitment.
- Qualifications: Experience in recruitment or HR, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 25400 - 30000 £ per year.
Scholars School System is a dynamic and growing educational institution under the UK College of Accountancy and Business (UKCAB). We are committed to providing high-quality education and fostering academic excellence across our campuses. Our mission is to empower students through inclusive, innovative, and supportive learning environments.
We are seeking an organised, proactive, and people-focused Recruitment Officer to join our HR team. The Recruitment Officer will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment processes across all campuses, supporting academic and administrative hiring, and ensuring a smooth candidate experience aligned with our organisational values.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage the full recruitment lifecycle for academic and non-academic roles.
- Draft and publish job advertisements across various platforms.
- Source and engage candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, and internal networks.
- Screen CVs and shortlist candidates based on job criteria.
- Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers and panel members.
- Liaise with campus centre managers to confirm staffing requirements and vacancies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment records and documentation.
- Communicate professionally with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
- Draft and issue offer letters and coordinate onboarding activities in collaboration with HR.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment strategies and processes.
Person Specification
- Essential: Proven experience in a recruitment, HR, or administrative role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
- Desirable: Experience in education sector recruitment.
- Familiarity with safeguarding practices and DBS processes.
- CIPD qualification or working towards it.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary range is £25,400 - £30,000 per annum.
- Holiday entitlement is 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Up to £5k annual incentives pro-rata given quarterly on meeting KPIs upon successful probation period (on top of salary).
- 5% annual increase per year on completion from your start date of service and on meeting KPIs.
Recruitment & HR Officer in Birmingham employer: Scholars School System
Scholars School System in Birmingham is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong focus on career guidance and student success, the school offers unique opportunities for professional advancement while encouraging innovative program development. Employees benefit from a culture of teamwork and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students as they transition into their careers.
