Recruitment Administration Apprenticeship

Key Accountabilities:

Learn and assist with the administration of recruitment and selection processes, including using the Council’s Applicant Tracking System and DBS platform, while observing how to create a positive candidate experience Support the team in progressing candidates through recruitment stages promptly, learning how service level agreements and performance indicators are met Respond under guidance to basic recruitment enquiries from potential applicants, developing confidence in representing the Staffordshire County Council Employer Brand professionally Assist Resourcing Advisors in preparing and distributing job descriptions, person specifications, and advertisements, learning how these attract a diverse and relevant applicant pool Observe and begin to provide advice to managers on recruitment processes and policies, under supervision, to build knowledge and confidence Support administration for new starters, including helping to prepare induction arrangements and ensuring accurate records, while learning the importance of smooth onboarding Learn to draft offer letters and contracts using templates, ensuring accuracy under supervision and understanding council policies and procedures Provide general clerical support to the Resourcing and Recruitment Team, while learning best practices for handling confidential information securely Assist with record-keeping, ensuring candidate and job information is stored correctly in line with data protection regulations and retention schedules Help keep stakeholders informed by updating progress under guidance and learning how to escalate issues appropriately to your manager Support employer brand initiatives, learning how diversity and inclusion are promoted and how Staffordshire County Council is positioned as an employer of choice Observe and assist in offering advice to applicants about careers and using recruitment systems, developing an understanding of the digital tools and processes the team use Attend career events with the team if needed, providing administrative support and learning how to promote the Council effectively to potential candidates Assist with redeployment processes, learning how to speak sensitively with managers and employees in line with the policy Support People Services projects as required, gaining understanding of work the wider People Services team do and the related administrative tasks Keep up to date with changes in employment law and recruitment practices by engaging in training and development opportunities provided

Training:
Training delivery is based on a blended model of one-to-one sessions every 4 weeks, with group sessions, webinars, online courses, video, and additional support as required

Training Outcome:
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the learner could progress into a permanent recruitment or HR administration role within Staffordshire County Council or the wider public sector, with opportunities to further develop into senior administrative, HR officer or recruitment specialist roles

Employer Description:

The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience