Job Description

Internal Recruiter - Children's Residential Services

Location:

Gateshead / Wolverhampton or Stockport

Full UK Driving Licence and Own Vehicle Required



Who are we?

CareTech has been a trusted provider of high-quality, person-centred social care since 1993. We support children, young people, and adults with a range of complex needs - always placing the individual at the heart of what we do.



As we embark on an exciting period of growth, we remain focused on our core mission: to empower every child and young person we care for to achieve their full potential and live a life filled with purpose, dignity, and joy.



About the role

We are looking for an experienced and driven Internal Recruiter to lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding across our children's residential services. This is a field-based position requiring regular site visits and a strong presence in the local community to support hiring across multiple services.



You'll work closely with our Senior Resourcing Business Partner, dedicated Onboarding Team, and Resourcing Coordinator to ensure the recruitment journey is both seamless and impactful. This is a hands-on role where you will have the autonomy to manage your own pipeline, develop local attraction strategies, and make a real difference in the lives of children by ensuring we recruit and retain the very best talent.



Key responsibilities



Manage the full recruitment cycle, from attraction through to offer and onboarding



Use a range of sourcing techniques including job boards, social media, community outreach, and networking to attract high-quality candidates



Conduct interviews, screening calls and participate in safer recruitment practices



Organise and attend local job fairs, open days and assessment centres



Build strong partnerships with hiring managers and local services, providing expert recruitment advice and market insight



Maintain accurate records via our Applicant Tracking System and contribute to data-driven recruitment planning



Promote CareTech's employer brand and ensure all recruitment activity reflects our values and commitment to safeguarding



About you



Minimum 2 years' experience in recruitment (in-house or agency)



Proven success sourcing and placing candidates in volume-driven or fast-paced environments



Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - confident working independently and in collaboration



Familiar with all elements of safer recruitment, especially within Children's Services or regulated care settings



Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results



Confident using recruitment technology, ATS platforms, and reporting tools



Strong understanding of the UK right to work requirements and compliance processes



Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle



Desirable experience



Knowledge of KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) and Children's Homes Regulations



Experience recruiting within the health and social care sector, ideally children's residential care



Exposure to workforce planning and supporting operational recruitment strategies



What we offer



Competitive salary



Company pension scheme



Wellness and employee assistance programmes



Cycle to work scheme



Gym membership contributions



Generous referral scheme



Flexible working and autonomy



On-site parking and mileage expenses



Join us

If you are passionate about recruitment and want to play a vital role in shaping the future of children's care services, we'd love to hear from you. Join Cambian and be part of a values-driven team where your work truly matters.