Who we are & what we stand for
Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading - we might be the perfect match.
We’re delighted that you’re interested in working with us. You’d be joining us at a very exciting time.
We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.
At Gateshead Council you’d be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work/life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we’re confident that it isn’t just the salary that attracts our staff.
We’re looking for a proactive, organised and forward‑thinking Recruitment Co‑ordinator to join our Recruitment Team within People Services, and play a key role in shaping the future of recruitment across the organisation.
If you’re someone who loves improving processes, finding smarter ways of work, thrives on bringing order to busy workflows, and enjoys taking the initiative to make things better, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Expert recruitment administration for real‑world results.
As a Recruitment Co‑ordinator, you’ll be the backbone of our recruitment operations—ensuring managers, candidates and colleagues receive a high‑quality, seamless experience from start to finish.
You’ll support a fast‑paced recruitment service while playing an active role in redesigning how we work. This means you won’t just be following existing processes—you’ll be helping to build new ones. Working with and supporting Recruitment Business Partners in wider project work across the recruitment transformation – gaining exposure to new and exciting recruitment procedures and activities.
What you'll get to do:
You’ll help ensure our recruitment is legally compliant — supporting tasks such as Right to Work checks, DBS processing, references and accurate record‑keeping and will use the Applicant Tracking System (Jobtrain) every day to update records, manage workflows and provide system support to hiring managers.
* Manage job postings across internal and external platforms.
* Screen applications for completeness and escalates to recruiters as needed.
* Support interview planning, assessments, and coordinate logistics.
* Prepare offer letters and assist with pre‑employment checks.
* Maintain recruitment data and generate reports for HR metrics.
* Support onboarding processes and ensure compliance with company policies.
* Act as the first point of contact for candidate queries.
* Support recruitment business partners with mailbox management, candidate queries, system maintenance
* Efficient and timely handling of incoming telephone queries.
* Involvement in team meetings/note taking.
Create clear processes and procedures
You’ll take responsibility for shaping and documenting effective processes for your own role—making work more consistent, efficient and easy to follow.
Review and refine administrative work across the team
You’ll help us understand what tasks add the most value and where improvements can be made—bringing clarity to how the team works day to day.
Identify gaps and improve how we do things
Whether it’s spotting where communication can be smoother, where delays occur, or where digital tools could help, you’ll be encouraged to highlight opportunities for improvement.
Take initiative and implement solutions
We want someone who doesn’t wait to be told what needs fixing—someone excited to trial new ideas, create templates, streamline steps, and support us in building a recruitment service we’re proud of.
What you’ll bring:
* An understanding of the end‑to‑end recruitment process / lifecycle.
* Experience in HR or Recruitment administration with particular knowledge of employment terms and conditions.
* Understanding of pre‑employment checks, including right to work and wider compliance & onboarding.
* Organised, detail‑focused and confident managing multiple tasks in a high‑volume environment with tight turnaround times/deadlines.
* Capable of improving processes and creating structure.
* Communicates clearly and builds positive working relationships.
* The initiative to find problems and develop solutions.
* Committed to delivering an excellent service to candidates and colleagues.
* An understanding of candidate attraction / job board or LinkedIn usage.
What’s in it for you
* Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience.
* Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don’t just offer a great salary – we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
* Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
* Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
* Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work‑life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
* Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
* Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
* Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax‑efficient cycle to work programme.
* Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand‑new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions – a cost‑effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
* Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services – plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).
Our commitment to you
We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to have a culture and a workplace where our people feel a sense of belonging, are respected and empowered to do their best work. We know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences in the society we serve. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
How to apply
You can apply online using the apply now button below. Within the form, you’ll be asked for details about you, your career history, skills, experiences and qualifications.
We advise you to be as detailed and specific as possible, paying particular attention to any of the above which are relevant to the role to which you are applying.
If you have any questions about your application, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team via recruitment@gateshead.gov.uk. Alternatively, if you’d like an informal discussion about the role then please give Roddy Currie, our Service Manager, a call on 0191 433 2141.
Please note: As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. However, in high‑volume recruitment situations, it may not always be practicable to interview every eligible candidate. In such cases, we may need to prioritise those who best meet the essential criteria, based on the information provided in the application.
Additionally, the Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early or adjust the shortlisting criteria, including the pass mark for interview selection, to ensure a fair and manageable recruitment process. We encourage early applications.
#J-18808-Ljbffr