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Lovett Care are seeking to appoint a motivated and experienced Overseas Recruitment Lead to join our team, to develop and deliver our overseas recruitment processes efficiently and compliantly, in line with the needs of the business. You will be responsible for leading the business and ensuring compliance when recruiting from overseas; ensuring that HR practices and procedures are followed and developing and delivering overseas recruitment processes whilst maintaining compliance and adhering to legislations and Home Office regulation. The role reports directly into the Commissioning Manager and is expected to support and contribute to the continuous development and improvement of the Recruitment Team. The Overseas Recruitment Lead will play a critical role in ensuring the company is compliant and that practices remain up-to-date as legislation develops. The post holder will work closely with Home and Regional Managers to ensure compliance, leading on audits of processes, information and personnel files. The role is a travelling role as you will be expected to travel across the portfolio of care homes, you will need a full driving license and use of your own car. We have a full time contract available with an excellent salary 40,000 per annum, plus car allowance! Shift times are Monday to Friday 0900-1700 with flexibility. The locations of our homes are Chester, Greater Manchester, Lytham St Annes, Stockport, Merseyside, Nottingham, Leeds, North Wales and Carlisle.



Each care home is expertly designed. The buildings are aesthetically attractive, and internally, the attention to detail is impressive. With high specifications and an interior designer carefully considering the decor of each care facility, We take pride in everything that we do, and in addition to the exceptional care our residents receive, we provide world class hospitality at each of our care homes. From front of house and housekeeping to catering, we are passionate about delivering quality and an excellent service. Our care homes are friendly places where residents can live in a community where kindness, compassion, knowledge, skill and confidence combine to offer respectful and dignified care. Fresh, elegant and welcoming; each home has its own unique signature.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead on Overseas recruitment and compliance of Overseas staff with Regional and Home Managers and Home Administrators regarding the recruitment, onboarding and management of staff from overseas Oversee, lead and develop Overseas Recruitment processes for the company Oversee, lead and develop Overseas staff management - processes for the company Oversee compliance for Overseas staff renewals, within timescales ensuring efficient processes and procedures are followed, enabling Overseas staff to remain working the Company in line with legislation. Liaise with Company legal advisors to ensure compliance and Home Office regulations Provide advice and guidance on overseas recruitment processes and procedures upholding quality and compliance standards at all time Oversee the Overseas Recruitment Coordinator over liaising with the homes to shortlist applicants, set up interviews and feed back to unsuccessful applicants Oversee the preparation of and issuing offers of employment Oversee the preparation and applying for Certificates of Sponsorship in a timely manner utilising and providing all relevant information required Assigning applications for Certificates of Sponsorship ensuring this is done in a timely manner o Ensuring all related queries are responded to and updates are given efficiently Update and maintain the HR system ensuring correct data entry and is maintained effectively o Maintain Overseas staff documentation and monitor and action renewals within agreed company timescales Develop and produce management information as and when required Update recruitment spreadsheets Leading and carrying out overseas staff file audits in all the Homes, monitoring and providing feedback as a result and carrying out any remedial work with the Homes

Service Delivery

Support and contribute to continuous improvement and efficiencies within the Recruitment Team

Compliance

Ensure compliance with legislation, Home Office guidance in relation to recruiting staff from Overseas Maintain information to a high standard to ensure compliance Leading on audits of Overseas recruitment processes and information gathered to ensure compliance

Service Development

Ensuring up to date practice is in line with developing legislation Keep up to date of legislation development and ensuring compliance for the Company

Team Management and Leadership

Manage the Overseas Recruitment Coordinator Work as part of the Recruitment Team contributing to following effective and efficient processes and procedures Work closely with Managers to ensure their recruitment of overseas staff is compliant Build relationships with both internal & external key stakeholders

CPD

Take ownership of ensuring your own CPD is maintained and enhanced Ensure that CPD is maintained throughout the staffing group at the home.

Well Being

Promote wellbeing of staff throughout the Company Take part in Well Being initiatives.

Safeguarding

* Take responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults that the post holder is responsible for or comes into contact with.