Recruitment & Training Lead - 20 Hours per week, flexible
Salary: £13,676 per annum
Location: Spelthorne, Elmbridge, Runnymede & Windsor/Maidenhead
Reports to: Registered Manager
Hours: Part Time
On‑call: Included in role responsibilities
We are introducing a new hybrid role to strengthen both our recruitment pipeline and the quality of our in‑house training. This role combines hands‑on recruitment activity with delivering essential practical training to new CareAngels, ensuring a smooth, safe, and values‑led onboarding experience.
About the Role
The Recruitment & Training Lead will work closely with our external recruitment partner to monitor, manage, and improve the flow of candidates into both territories. Alongside this, they will deliver high‑quality Moving & Handling and Basic Life Support training on site for all new starters, ensuring every CareAngel begins their journey confident, safe, and well‑prepared.
This is a 20‑hour‑per‑week role, worked flexibly across the week, with additional participation in the on‑call rota as part of the wider leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Pipeline Management
* Work alongside our external recruitment company to monitor candidate flow, identify gaps, and ensure a steady pipeline of suitable applicants.
* Conduct initial screening calls and values‑based interviews.
* Maintain regular communication with candidates to ensure a warm, supportive recruitment experience.
* Track recruitment performance, identifying trends and opportunities to improve attraction and conversion.
* Support with job adverts, social media recruitment posts, and local attraction activity when needed.
Training Delivery
* Deliver in‑person Moving & Handling training for all new recruits, ensuring safe practice and compliance with company standards.
* Deliver Basic Life Support training, ensuring new CareAngels feel confident responding to emergencies.
* Maintain accurate training records and ensure all new starters complete mandatory training before their first shift.
* Work with the Registered Managers to schedule training sessions that align with induction and service needs.
Compliance & Onboarding
* Complete all compliance checks required for onboarding care workers, including: Right‑to‑work, DBS, References, Training verification and Mandatory documentation.
* Ensure all new starters are fully compliant and ready for induction before handover to scheduling.
* Maintain accurate, organised records in line with regulatory requirements.
Collaboration & Communication
* Work closely with Care Co‑Ordinator and the leadership team to align recruitment activity with operational demand.
* Liaise with the external recruitment partner to ensure smooth communication and shared visibility of pipeline progress.
* Provide regular updates on recruitment status, training completion, and onboarding timelines.
On‑Call Responsibilities
* Participate in the on‑call rota as part of the wider leadership team, providing support and escalation when required.
Who This Role Would Suit - Someone who
* Enjoys meeting people and building rapport quickly
* Is confident delivering training and speaking in front of groups
* Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Understands safe recruitment and compliance in the care sector
* Thrives in a varied role with a mix of people‑facing and administrative tasks
* Wants flexible working hours within a supportive team
#J-18808-Ljbffr