HORIZONS RESIDENTIAL CARE LIMITED: RECRUITMENT OFFICER

Mission Statement: “Working together to provide a stable, supportive and caring home promoting respect, values, rights and diversity.”

ABOUT US

Horizons Residential Care Limited is a well-established residential childcare provider based in the East Coast of Scotland and has been providing therapeutic residential childcare service since 2013. We won the Best Social Care Provider award in 2019, the Best Care Home Award in Scotland in 2021 and also won the Best Care Home Group in the UK in 2022 and 2023.
Horizon’s vision is for young people within our care to thrive in a positive and therapeutic living experience, which meets and exceeds the requirements of the Health and Social Care Standards. Horizon’s ethos resonates with childcare theory, Attachment Theory, Social Pedagogy and Opportunity led Life Space Interventions. Our care practice aims to promote the development of young people’s coping mechanisms to resolve past experiences and enhance individual capacity in respect of life skills, self-esteem, confidence, and resilience.

THE JOB

We are looking for an experienced and qualified HR and Recruitment Officer to join our Head Office Team. The Recruitment Officer plays a crucial role in Horizons HR department. Their primary responsibility is to attract, source, and hire talent to meet the company’s staffing needs. The Recruitment Officer ensures that the organization attracts and hires the best talent to drive its success.

SALARY: £26,000-£33000.00 PA (PLACEMENT ON SALARY SCALE DEPENDENT ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
Pay: £26,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Corstorphine EH12: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In perso

1. Job Analysis and Planning

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job requirements, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Develop job descriptions and person specifications.
• Plan recruitment strategies based on organizational needs and workforce planning

The role includes carrying out the following duties on an ongoing basis:

1. Job Analysis and Planning

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job requirements, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Develop job descriptions and person specifications.
• Plan recruitment strategies based on organizational needs and workforce planning.

1. Sourcing Candidates

• Use various channels to attract candidates, such as job boards, social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.), career fairs, and employee referrals.
• Build and maintain a talent pool for current and future hiring needs.
• Proactively search for passive candidates through networking and headhunting.

1. Screening and Shortlisting

• Review resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.
• Conduct initial phone or video screenings to assess candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Shortlist candidates for further interviews or assessments.

1. Interviewing and Assessment

• Coordinate and conduct interviews (in-person, phone, or video).
• Administer skills tests, personality assessments, or other evaluation tools.
• Evaluate candidates’ competencies, experience, and alignment with company values.

1. Candidate Management

• Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Provide feedback to candidates and guide them through the hiring stages.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience to enhance the employer brand.

1. Collaboration with Hiring Managers

• Work closely with hiring managers to align on candidate requirements and expectations.
• Provide updates on recruitment progress and candidate pipelines.
• Facilitate decision-making processes for final candidate selection.

1. Offer Management

• Extend job offers to selected candidates and negotiate terms (salary, benefits, start date, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements during the offer process.

1. Onboarding Support

• Coordinate with HR and hiring managers to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires.
• Assist with paperwork, orientation, and integration into the company.
• Organise and Monitor Initial Training of new recruits prior to commencement of role.

1. Employer Branding

• Promote the company as an employer of choice through recruitment marketing.
• Represent the company at career fairs, industry events, and networking opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a positive employer brand on social media and other platforms.

1. Data and Reporting

• Track recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, candidate satisfaction, etc.).
• Analyze recruitment data to identify trends and improve processes.
• Prepare reports for management on recruitment activities and outcomes.

1. Compliance and Legal Awareness

• Ensure recruitment practices comply with labour laws, Care Inspectorate Better and Safer Recruitment Policy, anti-discrimination regulations, and company policies.
• Stay updated on changes in employment legislation and industry best practices.

1. Continuous Improvement

• Identify areas for improvement in the recruitment process.
• Stay informed about new recruitment tools, technologies, and trends.
• Implement innovative strategies to attract and retain top talent.

1. Relationship Building

• Build and maintain relationships with educational institutions, recruitment agencies, and industry professionals.
• Foster long-term connections with potential candidates for future opportunities.

1. Handling Rejections

• Notify unsuccessful candidates in a professional and respectful manner.
• Maintain a positive relationship with rejected candidates for future roles.

1. Budget Management

• Manage recruitment budgets, including advertising costs, agency fees, and event expenses.
• Optimize spending to achieve cost-effective hiring outcomes.

Experience:
- Proven experience as a Recruitment Officer or in a similar role
- Strong knowledge of Human Resources procedures and operations
- Proficient in MS Office Suite
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Preferred Qualifications- Degree in Human Resources or other Relevant discipline