Recruitment and Engagement Officer

Recruitment and Engagement Officer!
Location: North Shields (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £26,896.35 – £32,589.65 per annum (Dependent on Experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, flexible across Monday – Sunday (including some evenings and weekends) Closing Date: 9:00 AM, Friday 28th March 2025

The Role:
As a Recruitment and Engagement Officer, you will play a crucial role in attracting and engaging potential foster carers. Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling initial enquiries and guiding prospective foster carers through the application process.
• Representing the organisation at community-based recruitment events.
• Collaborating with marketing colleagues to enhance recruitment strategies.
• Engaging with current foster carers to foster a supportive community.
• Maintaining accurate records and producing clear, concise reports.
• Working flexibly, including some evening (typically 5-8pm, twice weekly) and weekend (approximately 3 hours, once monthly) work, with time off in lieu during the week.

What We\’re Looking For:

• Experience in a public-facing role involving engagement, recruitment, sales, or marketing.
• Exceptional customer service and relationship management skills.
• A confident and professional telephone manner.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database systems.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• A proactive, \”can-do\” attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.

What\’s on Offer:

• Hybrid working, with a minimum of one day per week in our North Shields office.
• 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, including flexi-time.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Staff loyalty bonus.
• Employee assistance program.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Life assurance cover.
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities.