Job Description
Are you an experienced recruiter with a passion for making a difference? Guild Care is seeking a dynamic and proactive Senior Recruitment Advisor to play a pivotal role in ensuring our services are staffed with compassionate, skilled, and dedicated professionals.
In this key position, you will be responsible for overseeing the full recruitment cycle across our head office, retail stores, day services for older people and day services for adults and children with learning disabilities. From writing compelling job adverts to shortlisting candidates, conducting interviews, to ensuring smooth onboarding and reducing employee turnover—you’ll be the driving force behind bringing top talent into our organisation.
* Location: Worthing, West Sussex.
* Contracted Hours: 35 hours per week
* Salary: £29,253 - £32,338 (Depending on Experience)
* Closing Date: 8th August
* Interviewing: Week beginning 18th August
About The Role
* Create and manage job posting templates, interview templates and advertising campaigns to reach potential candidates.
* Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates.
* Create processes for good recruitment practice which complies with legislation and then train and coach managers on this (using internal and external resources).
* Work with managers to identify resource requirements and develop suitable job descriptions and person specifications
* Proactively source candidates through various channels, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
* Manage and coordinate recruitment including managing campaigns, sourcing talent, managing applications and onboarding and ensure candidates are kept well informed (with assistance from the Recruitment and L&D Advisor).
* Analyse recruitment metrics and provide reports to measure the effectiveness of the recruitment process and identify areas for improvement, including presenting at quarterly reviews.
* In alignment with the overall HR Strategy, develop and implement retention schemes to maintain a motivated and engaged workforce, reducing turnover rates.
* Assess external suppliers and foster good working relationships with all internal and external customers.
* Manage relationships with job board providers, ensuring service levels meet organisational needs and deliver value for money.
* Assess Guild Care’s strategy in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, working to eliminate unconscious bias in the recruitment process.
* To ensure a ‘Values Based Recruitment’ approach is embedded in all recruitment initiatives, to attract and recruit prospective employees whose personal values and behaviours align with Guild Care’s BELIEF values
* To ensure own knowledge is kept up to date with recruitment legislation and any other areas relevant to the role, including own Guild Care knowledge.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to bring your recruitment expertise to a values-led charity, we’d love to hear from you
Skills Needed
About The Company
Our story
Guild Care was founded in Worthing in 1933 by visionary volunteers dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the local community. Originally known as Worthing Council of Social Service, the organisation focused on alleviating poverty, isolation, and health challenges during difficult times. Over the following decades, Guild Care consistently expanded its services, proactively responding to the community's evolving needs.
In the 1950s and 1960s, Guild Care established innovative day centres and residential care homes, significantly enhancing life quality for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Adapting continually, the charity later introduced specialised dementia care facilities and tailored services for those with learning disabilities.
Today, Guild Care supports over 3,000 people annually across West Sussex through a range of community-focused services. Remaining true to its founding values, the organisation is one of Worthing's largest employers, powered by almost 700 dedicated staff members and the essential contributions of more than 300 volunteers, all united in making a meaningful difference.
Company Culture
Our vision
Our vision is for all people in need of care to live fulfilling, safe and secure lives .
Our mission
We will achieve our vision by ensuring our support and services are accessible, effective and lovingly delivered .
Our BELIEF values
Brave | Engaging | Loving | Integrity | Everyone Matters | Free to Be Me
Our equality statement
At Guild Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and equality. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and enables us to better serve our community.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.
Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in people's lives.
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Closing DateFriday 8th August, 2025