East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Recruitment Assistant - AFC

The closing date is 06 February 2026

Job summary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic motivated Recruitment Assistant to join us and to provide an effective, professional and comprehensive recruitment service to East Sussex Healthcare Trust.

The successful post holder will join an already established team who are well recognised for their excellent work .

The successful candidate will have excellent communication and customer-service skills, the ability to work with a full range of professionals as part of the recruitment team.

Hours can either be worked over a 5 day or 4 day period with Wednesday as a non working day.

Main duties of the job

You should have excellent attention to detail. The post holder will also have up to date knowledge of relevant HR Systems such as ESR, TRAC and NHS Jobs, however training will be provided.

Some knowledge of NHS terminology would be advantageous.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential.

The successful candidate will need to have strong administration and organisational skills and be able to liaise with employees and managers at all levels.

About us

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

Statement on the Use of AI

We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.

Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.

We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.

Details

Date posted

29 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

374-ND23016

Job locations

Eastbourne DGH

Kings Drive

Eastbourne

BN21 2UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached.

If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached.

If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level with English and Maths, Grade C or above or equivalent

Desirable

  • CIPD Level 3

Experience

Essential

  • Familiar with Recruitment Procedures.
  • Previous experience in administrative work in a busy environment, ideally within an HR department.

Desirable

  • Recent experience within an administrative role within the NHS
  • Experience within a HR or recruitment department

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to appreciate sensitive nature of work and maintain confidentiality.
  • Excellent communication skills both written & verbal
  • Good keyboard and IT Skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook

Desirable

  • Working Knowledge of Employment Law relating to recruitment
  • Knowledge of recruitment systems, Trac and NHS Jobs
  • Awareness of AFC or Medical Terms and conditions
  • Awareness of counter fraud initiatives
  • Awareness of right to work and UK Immigration legislation

Other

Essential

  • Willingness to travel to attend and support recruitment events as and when necessary
Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level with English and Maths, Grade C or above or equivalent

Desirable

  • CIPD Level 3

Experience

Essential

  • Familiar with Recruitment Procedures.
  • Previous experience in administrative work in a busy environment, ideally within an HR department.

Desirable

  • Recent experience within an administrative role within the NHS
  • Experience within a HR or recruitment department

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to appreciate sensitive nature of work and maintain confidentiality.
  • Excellent communication skills both written & verbal
  • Good keyboard and IT Skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook

Desirable

  • Working Knowledge of Employment Law relating to recruitment
  • Knowledge of recruitment systems, Trac and NHS Jobs
  • Awareness of AFC or Medical Terms and conditions
  • Awareness of counter fraud initiatives
  • Awareness of right to work and UK Immigration legislation

Other

Essential

  • Willingness to travel to attend and support recruitment events as and when necessary

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Eastbourne DGH

Kings Drive

Eastbourne

BN21 2UD


Employer's website

http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Eastbourne DGH

Kings Drive

Eastbourne

BN21 2UD


Employer's website

http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Manager

Emma Rockingham

emma.rockingham@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

29 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

374-ND23016

Job locations

Eastbourne DGH

Kings Drive

Eastbourne

BN21 2UD


Supporting documents

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