Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Recruitment Administrator

The closing date is 15 January 2026

Job summary

Are you ready for an exciting and dynamic role where no two days are the same! At DBTH, we're seeking a motivated colleague who thrives in a fast-paced environment. As our Recruitment Administrator, you'll be at the forefront of our recruitment efforts, working alongside a supportive team to deliver exceptional service. Join us in a key role where your attention to detail and finesse will ensure a seamless recruitment journey for both candidates and hiring managers alike.

At DBTH, we're on a mission to build a diverse, inclusive, and compassionate workforce. As a Recruitment Administrator, you'll play a crucial role in our hiring process, embodying the "DBTH Way" every step of the way.

Your primary responsibility will be to provide efficient and excellent customer service to candidates, ensuring our recruiting managers receive top-notch support to efficiently meet our hiring needs.

This role offers a unique opportunity for career growth. Depending on the level of experience, we're open to offering a band 2 to band 3 development opportunity, reflecting our commitment to nurturing talent within our organisation.

After a period of induction and training there is an opportunity to work one day a week from home.

Although this position is advertised as full-time, part-time and flexible working arrangements will also be considered. However, please note that due to business needs working on Friday is a requirement.

Interviews will take place in person on Tuesday 3rd February

Main duties of the job

Your role will centre on managing recruitment tasks, ensuring a fluid process from start to finish. This includes not only advertising jobs and coordinating assessment days/events but also overseeing the crucial step of sending out offer letters and ensuring all necessary safe recruitment checks are completed seamlessly. You'll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our recruitment process and maintaining compliance with NHS standards. Additionally, you'll serve as a trusted advisor, providing invaluable guidance on recruitment guidelines, processes, and best practices to our hiring managers.

You'll be administering our recruitment process, handling multiple tasks under tight deadlines. But don't worry, you won't be alone in this! We're all about teamwork here, supporting each other every step of the way to overcome challenges and achieve excellence. Your proactive approach will be key in driving continuous improvement in our recruitment administration service. We're not just looking for someone to fill a role - we want a proactive problem-solver who is dedicated to delivering high-quality work.

Join us at DBTH and make a meaningful difference while advancing your career in recruitment. Apply now to become part of a team where your contributions truly makes a difference and that cares about your growth!

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

Date posted

07 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 to £26,598 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

272-7690175

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

If you are inspired by the opportunity to positively contribute to our exciting future by being part of our amazing team, please apply today. For further information and an informal discussion about the role please contact of our Recruitment Team Leaders.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

If you are inspired by the opportunity to positively contribute to our exciting future by being part of our amazing team, please apply today. For further information and an informal discussion about the role please contact of our Recruitment Team Leaders.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Able to work independently and under pressure, planning work appropriately to meet deadlines
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a busy environment

Qualifications/Training

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Business Administration

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a customer focused environment
  • Experience of excellent customer skills
  • Previous experience of working in a busy office environment
  • Working knowledge of Data Protection and Freedom of Information legislation
  • Experience using of Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel

Desirable

  • Experience in working in a Recruitment Department
  • Knowledge of NHS (e.g.Recruitment and training)
  • Knowledge of ESR
  • Knowledge of Recruitment Tracking Systems eg Trac, NHS Jobs or other e-recruitment systems
  • Awareness of 'best practice' in recruitment & selection
Person Specification

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Able to work independently and under pressure, planning work appropriately to meet deadlines
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a busy environment

Qualifications/Training

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Business Administration

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a customer focused environment
  • Experience of excellent customer skills
  • Previous experience of working in a busy office environment
  • Working knowledge of Data Protection and Freedom of Information legislation
  • Experience using of Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel

Desirable

  • Experience in working in a Recruitment Department
  • Knowledge of NHS (e.g.Recruitment and training)
  • Knowledge of ESR
  • Knowledge of Recruitment Tracking Systems eg Trac, NHS Jobs or other e-recruitment systems
  • Awareness of 'best practice' in recruitment & selection

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team Leader

Estelle Burton

estelle.burton1@nhs.net

01302642584

Details

Date posted

07 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 to £26,598 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

272-7690175

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


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