Recruitment and Onboarding Officer

Recruitment and Onboarding Officer

We are looking for an experienced Recruitment and Onboarding Officer to join our clients HR team on a short-term, 2-month temporary contract to support a period of increased recruitment activity.

This role is ideal for someone who can hit the ground running, confidently manage recruitment processes, and ensure all onboarding and compliance requirements are completed accurately and on time.

The Role

You will take ownership of day-to-day recruitment and onboarding activity for a variety of roles, ensuring a smooth and compliant process throughout the contract period.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting and posting job adverts, shortlisting applications, and coordinating interviews with hiring managers
• Managing all pre-employment checks, including DBS, references, occupational health clearance, professional registration, Industry checks, and indemnity records
• Completing new starter set-up on the HR system, arranging ID badges, IT equipment, and liaising with practice teams to prepare workstations or remote access
• Acting as a key point of contact for new starters during their onboarding period, supporting induction tasks, mandatory training, DSE assessments, and policy acknowledgements
• Ensuring recruitment and onboarding records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready in line with employment law and CQC standards
• Supporting recruitment reporting and metrics such as time-to-hire and onboarding progress
• Providing cover and support to HR and Payroll colleagues as required during peak periods

About You

You will be confident working autonomously, well organised, and comfortable managing multiple recruitment campaigns in a fast-paced environment.

Essential:

• Hands-on recruitment and onboarding experience
• Strong working knowledge of DBS processes, GMC/NMC registration, and clinical compliance checks
• Experience using HR systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills and a high level of attention to detail
• Available to start at short notice and commit to the full 2-month assignment

Desirable:

• CIPD Level 3 (or above)

The hours can be flexible up to 37.5 hours per week and you can be based out of offices either in Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Dover, Romney Marsh & Hythe or Birchington. You may be required to travel to other sites, so transport is essential.

Apply now if you're an experienced Recruitment and Onboarding professional looking for a short-term assignment where you can make an immediate impact.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

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