Job Description

About Hamann Care

Hamann Care is a trusted provider of high-quality care and support services to children and young people in Bradford. Regulated by Ofsted, we deliver person-centred care that promotes independence and dignity. We are committed to safeguarding, staff development, and maintaining a professional and supportive environment.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced, qualified HR & Recruitment Officer who is a highly organised, people-focused HR professional with a strong background in safer recruitment, training coordination, and knowledge of regulatory compliance, preferably within a care, education or Ofsted-regulated setting. You will oversee the full HR and recruitment cycle functions while supporting training and development to maintain staff competence and retention.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources

Lead and manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment and appointment, onboarding and induction plans, contracts and employment changes, performance and development support, staff reviews and evaluations, employee relations, engagement initiatives, training plans, compliance with safeguarding and Ofsted regulatory standards, and exit processes

Handle transactional HR queries including annual leave, sickness, maternity and paternity, HR systems, reports, contract changes, payroll, updating HR systems and personnel files

Provide guidance, advice and support to the senior management team and managers to resolve any issues that arise relating to employee relations matters, including investigations and appeals in processes such as, but not limited to, disciplinary, grievance, capability and performance management.

Regularly review and update HR policies and processes in line with Ofsted requirements and employment legislation

Ensure GDPR, confidentiality, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance requirements are consistently met

Monitor and report on key HR metrics, such as sickness and training, and contribute to continuous improvement

Maintain accurate information and records for internal and external compliance audits, ensuring full compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding requirements

Foster a professional, positive, and compliant workplace culture

Ensure a consistent, values-driven approach that supports staff wellbeing and contributes to a safe, supportive environment for both employees and the young people we care for

Collaborate on a people strategy that promotes staff development, improves retention, and attracts exceptional talent.

Stay abreast of best practices in children and young people's care sector, as well as UK legislation and employment law

Recruitment & Safer Recruitment

Manage the end-to-end recruitment process such as writing and posting job adverts, screening candidates, shortlisting, scheduling and conducting interviewing, onboarding and mandatory training allocation

Promote Hamann Care as an employer of choice by creating a warm, values-based candidate experience

Support managers with interview training and consistent use of safer recruitment tools

Ensure compliance with safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks including right to work, verifying references, conducting DBS and background checks and staying up to date with changes in legislation

Apply fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment practices in line with best practice, ensuring equal opportunity and respectful treatment for all candidates

Work collaboratively with managers to identify recruitment needs and future workforce planning

Develop and maintain talent pipelines to proactively attract candidates for future vacancies

Training & Development

Plan, deliver, and track all staff mandatory training, ongoing role specific training, and refresher training

Oversee induction planning and ensure Care Certificate compliance

Ensure managers are appropriately trained to manage their teams in HR matters

Maintain the training matrix and liaise with external providers

Identify training needs through feedback, performance reviews, and regulatory requirements, and design development plans to address those needs

Support CPD and staff progression

Promote a positive learning culture where staff feel encouraged and supported to develop their skills

Evaluate training outcomes to continuously improve the quality and impact of learning initiatives

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 23,750.00-24,550.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Transport links Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bradford BD5 8JX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Recruitment: 3 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bradford BD5 8JX

Application deadline: 15/08/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025