Recruitment & Training Lead (20 hours per week)

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.

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
• Thrive in a varied role with a mix of people-facing and administrative tasks
• Wants flexible working hours within a supportive team

Pay & Benefits

• Salary:

• £13,676 per annum

• Cloud 9 & Benefits:

• Free car breakdown insurance
• 'Sphere' bonus every six months
• Recognition for achievements with thank you gestures
• Fun social events including quizzes and beach walks
• Fundraising opportunities

• Professional Development & Training:

• In-house training programme
• Specialist training
• CPD opportunities
• Monthly 'Wings' meetings
• Opportunities to train for an NVQ in care
• Career progression opportunities