Job Summary
Band 3/4 Recruitment Officer role at Evasion-design.com
This is an exciting developmental post commencing on Band 3 with an opportunity to progress to a Band 4 senior recruitment position.
We are looking for Recruitment Officers to assist in the efficient running of the excitingly busy and fast‑paced Centralised Recruitment office for the Trust on a day‑to‑day basis. The successful candidate will provide a full recruitment and advice service to existing and potential new staff wishing to be employed by Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
About Us
BCHC has more than 5,000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services in people’s homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities, including services for children, young people and families, adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. BCHC is committed to integrated, personalised care rooted in local communities and aims to deliver outstanding integrated care as a key NHS provider in the West Midlands.
Responsibilities
* Receipt of documents electronically and input onto shared Job Tracker Sheet, Electronic Staff Record (ESR), NHS Jobs and relevant external publications via advertising agency.
* Set up recruitment file and ensure all internal recruitment processes are followed accurately and timely.
* Check contents of adverts, taking equal opportunities into account, and lead the placement of adverts and job details on NHS Jobs.
* Liaise with recruiting managers regarding short‑listing dates and interview dates; keep managers informed when posts go live.
* Ensure appropriate documentation for advertised positions is available, including up‑to‑date Job Description, Person Specification and a vacancy approval form.
* Deal with all queries appropriately according to the nature of the enquiry.
* Advise managers on preparation of interview packs and administration of tests; ensure correct documentation is sent to recruiting managers and returns to the Centralised Recruitment Team.
* Request references for preferred candidates; ensure correct forms and employment history checks comply with NHS Employment Check Standards.
* Follow up on references not received, liaising with other NHS Trusts and outside companies while keeping candidates informed of progress.
* Notify unsuccessful candidates via NHS Jobs system; file application forms appropriately for feedback.
* Process pre‑employment checks for successful candidates, including occupational health, professional registration, identity checks and right‑to‑work checks.
* Issue appointment letters and act as central point of contact for any queries during the recruitment episode.
* Highlight to Senior Recruitment Officer if a new staff member needs a Certificate of Sponsorship.
* Deal with new staff DBS online forms; ensure documentation is viewed and copied by recruiting manager.
* Keep a log of all vacancies placed, including totals of enquiries, returned applications, shortlisted candidates, interviewed candidates and appointed candidates.
* Use ESR to set up and maintain vacancies and enter employment checks; request Inter‑Authority Transfers (IATs) for staff with continuous NHS service.
* Issue contracts of employment to new starters.
* Ensure staff receive appropriate induction, training and updates in line with Trust and local policies by liaising with the Learning and Development Department.
* Adhere to any reasonable management request.
* Ensure the Head of Recruitment, Corporate HR and Medical Staffing deputies are involved to minimise avoidable problems and handle issues efficiently.
* Carry out any other reasonable duties as required.
Qualifications
* Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
* RSA II or equivalent, Access and Excel experience.
Essential Experience
* Relevant previous experience working within a recruitment or RA service.
* Experience handling a high volume of enquiries and transactions to tight deadlines.
* Working with the public in a customer‑service environment.
* Maintaining a database.
* Ability to follow strict policies & procedures in line with NHS pre‑employment checking standards and audit requirements.
Employment Details
Date posted: 13 November 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,937 to £30,162 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 820-7136905-COR
Job locations: Priestley Wharf, BIRMINGHAM, B7 4BN
Employer Details
Employer name: Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address: Priestley Wharf, BIRMINGHAM, B7 4BN
Website: https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/
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