Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
Open only to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system, which is limited to Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Southern Health FT, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, Solent NHS Trust, South Central Ambulance Service or Hampshire Hospitals FT.
Main duties of the job
Ready to make an impact? University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is seeking a permanent Recruitment Coordinator to join our in-house Talent Acquisition Team.
Join our dynamic team and play a vital role in the daily operations of a large organisation, serving thousands across the South of England. You'll have the opportunity to attract, source, and select top talent for essential positions across our Southampton sites. With 3,500 vacancies to fill each year--from Nurses and Health Care Assistants to Accountants and IT Specialists--your efforts will directly impact the quality of care we provide.
As a vital part of our diverse and driven team, you'll be at the forefront of the recruitment process, handling everything from creating job ads and sorting applications to making final offers to successful candidates. This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to grow and evolve.
We're looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator. If you thrive in a fun, supportive environment and are passionate about delivering outstanding service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Come help us ensure our hiring managers can focus on what matters most--providing exceptional care to our patients.
Our service operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. Although we are based at Southampton General Hospital, you'll enjoy a flexible blend of office and home working, with team members rotating between 8am-4pm and 10am-6pm shifts each month.
About us
UHS is one of the largest acute teaching trusts in England and a key employer in Southampton, with over 13,000 staff--representing 5% of the city's population.
At UHS, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance. Whether you're balancing family, studies, or personal well-being with your career, we're committed to supporting you so that you can focus on providing an exceptional service to our hiring managers.
We're proud to be ranked among the Top Five acute Trusts for our commitment to helping staff achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your Responsibilities What Youll Do:
As a Recruitment Coordinator, youll be the key contact for both our recruiting managers and candidates, ensuring a seamless and high-quality recruitment experience. Your role will involve managing the recruitment process from start to finish, including advertising vacancies, coordinating interviews, and making offers of employment to successful candidates. Heres a glimpse of what your typical week will look like:
- Advertising and Long Listing: Handle job advertisements, sort applications, and set up interviews for the roles you oversee.
- Offers: Welcome successful candidates by conducting their offer call and providing their offer letter. Youll receive training to assess their previous experience and determine an appropriate starting salary.
- Exceptional Service: Provide top-notch customer service to candidates and hiring managers, addressing any issues or queries promptly.
- Support and Assistance: Assist with various projects, recruitment campaigns, and social media content as needed, contributing to the overall success of our recruitment efforts.
What Were Looking For:
To excel in this role, you should be customer-focused with a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all tasks. You should have a solid understanding of recruitment processes and ideally, experience in a similar environment.
- Relevant Experience: Knowledge or experience in a recruitment or Human Resources setting is essential.
- Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in managing tasks and processes.
- IT Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, is crucial for this role. You will use these skills frequently to perform various tasks and manage data effectively
What Were Offering:
In recognition of your expertise and commitment, we offer:
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Flexible working options: Enjoy a blend of office and home-based working, tailored to suit your needs. Specific arrangements can be discussed during the interview process.
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A collaborative team culture: We welcome new ideas, celebrate continuous improvement, and believe in the power of teamwork.
-
Quality-driven recruitment: Build lasting connections with candidates and internal stakeholders, moving beyond the quick-placement approach of external agencies. Have a voice in shaping recruitment policies and strategies, influencing broader HR initiatives and practice.
-
Tailored career development and growth: Benefit from personalised opportunities to advance your career within a leading healthcare organisation. Take advantage of extensive internal career development programs and mentorship opportunities, paving the way for your professional growth within our Trust. This role can also expand your expertise beyond recruitment with exposure to wider HR functions such as onboarding, workforce planning, and employee retention.
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On-site perks: Access convenient on-site amenities like Costa Coffee, M&S Food Hall, a staff-only rooftop terrace, gym and Wellbeing Hub, childcare facilities, and a great Park & Ride scheme.
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Exclusive benefits: UHS employees enjoy a range of NHS discounts, a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and a generous pension scheme.
If youre ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact, apply now!
To apply, please submit your TRAC application and attach your CV after reviewing the person specification and job description linked to this vacancy. Please ensure your CV highlights any experience that meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined. CVs sent by email will not be accepted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your Responsibilities What Youll Do:
As a Recruitment Coordinator, youll be the key contact for both our recruiting managers and candidates, ensuring a seamless and high-quality recruitment experience. Your role will involve managing the recruitment process from start to finish, including advertising vacancies, coordinating interviews, and making offers of employment to successful candidates. Heres a glimpse of what your typical week will look like:
- Advertising and Long Listing: Handle job advertisements, sort applications, and set up interviews for the roles you oversee.
- Offers: Welcome successful candidates by conducting their offer call and providing their offer letter. Youll receive training to assess their previous experience and determine an appropriate starting salary.
- Exceptional Service: Provide top-notch customer service to candidates and hiring managers, addressing any issues or queries promptly.
- Support and Assistance: Assist with various projects, recruitment campaigns, and social media content as needed, contributing to the overall success of our recruitment efforts.
What Were Looking For:
To excel in this role, you should be customer-focused with a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all tasks. You should have a solid understanding of recruitment processes and ideally, experience in a similar environment.
- Relevant Experience: Knowledge or experience in a recruitment or Human Resources setting is essential.
- Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in managing tasks and processes.
- IT Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, is crucial for this role. You will use these skills frequently to perform various tasks and manage data effectively
What Were Offering:
In recognition of your expertise and commitment, we offer:
-
Flexible working options: Enjoy a blend of office and home-based working, tailored to suit your needs. Specific arrangements can be discussed during the interview process.
-
A collaborative team culture: We welcome new ideas, celebrate continuous improvement, and believe in the power of teamwork.
-
Quality-driven recruitment: Build lasting connections with candidates and internal stakeholders, moving beyond the quick-placement approach of external agencies. Have a voice in shaping recruitment policies and strategies, influencing broader HR initiatives and practice.
-
Tailored career development and growth: Benefit from personalised opportunities to advance your career within a leading healthcare organisation. Take advantage of extensive internal career development programs and mentorship opportunities, paving the way for your professional growth within our Trust. This role can also expand your expertise beyond recruitment with exposure to wider HR functions such as onboarding, workforce planning, and employee retention.
-
On-site perks: Access convenient on-site amenities like Costa Coffee, M&S Food Hall, a staff-only rooftop terrace, gym and Wellbeing Hub, childcare facilities, and a great Park & Ride scheme.
-
Exclusive benefits: UHS employees enjoy a range of NHS discounts, a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and a generous pension scheme.
If youre ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact, apply now!
To apply, please submit your TRAC application and attach your CV after reviewing the person specification and job description linked to this vacancy. Please ensure your CV highlights any experience that meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined. CVs sent by email will not be accepted.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of training to NVQ/L4 in a relevant field such as business administration, recruitment, Volunteer management/recruitment, HR field, or equivalent level of work experience
- Recent relevant experience in a similar recruitment/coordinator /volunteer recruitment/ management role or something similar
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using recruitment systems with indepth knowledge of pre-employment checks & legislation acquired through relevant prior training and experience
- In depth experience of interviewing & selection of desirable candidates and ensuring training requirements/compliances are met.
Desirable
- In depth experience of recruiting/managing/supporting volunteers specifically
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of training to NVQ/L4 in a relevant field such as business administration, recruitment, Volunteer management/recruitment, HR field, or equivalent level of work experience
- Recent relevant experience in a similar recruitment/coordinator /volunteer recruitment/ management role or something similar
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using recruitment systems with indepth knowledge of pre-employment checks & legislation acquired through relevant prior training and experience
- In depth experience of interviewing & selection of desirable candidates and ensuring training requirements/compliances are met.
Desirable
- In depth experience of recruiting/managing/supporting volunteers specifically
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
