Job Overview
We are looking for a highly experienced and driven talent acquisition professional to join our friendly team at Worthing Hospital on a 12‑month fixed‑term opportunity.
To succeed in this exciting new role you will need to demonstrate a track record of in‑house resourcing, ideally in a healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
* Partner with managers to support their recruitment needs—including drafting adverts, managing advertising and social media campaigns, and coordinating assessment processes.
* Develop competency and values‑based interview frameworks and build healthy candidate pipelines for key roles including Healthcare Assistant, Registered Nurse, and Allied Healthcare Professionals.
* Work closely with the Head of Resourcing to ensure that our processes are candidate‑ and manager‑centric and coach team members to develop TA capacity.
* Coordinate senior recruitment campaigns and act as a subject‑matter expert, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Maintain a high standard of written English, regularly drafting adverts, developing interview questions, and writing committee papers.
* Operate on a full‑time basis: 4 days onsite and 1 day working from home.
* Coach and develop team members ensuring internal knowledge and capacity to meet the needs of UHSussex.
* Ensure high standards of performance management, identifying learning needs and providing support as necessary.
* Participate in regular one‑to‑ones with the Head of Resourcing.
* Lead and execute the recruitment strategy for UHSussex in conjunction with the Head of Resourcing.
* Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, shaping the talent acquisition strategy.
* Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract diverse talent, utilising various channels.
* Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to enhance the employer brand.
* Collaborate with colleagues in the people directorate to determine medium‑ to long‑term talent requirements and skill shortages, developing appropriate strategic resourcing solutions.
* Lead the development of direct sourcing strategies in conjunction with the Head of Resourcing and Director of HR Operations, including headhunting.
* Design, deliver, and evaluate online and face‑to‑face line‑manager recruitment.
* Develop resourcing policy and strategies with EDI at their core.
* Support the development of job descriptions, ensuring they are evaluated prior to advertising.
Diversity and Inclusion
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Candidate Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Visa Sponsorship
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route; however, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25 000), and any role‑specific criteria.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Nicola Holmwood
Job title: Head of Resourcing and Workforce Services
Email address: Nicola.Holmwood@nhs.net
Telephone number: 07500776062
Please contact Nicola Holmwood for an informal discussion. 07500776062
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