Job Description

Description

We're seeking a dedicated Recruitment and Retention Lead to join Peverel Court Care.

This is a varied and rewarding role ideal for someone who thrives on connecting with people, driving recruitment initiatives, and shaping a culture where every team member feels valued and supported.

Employee benefits

At Peverel Court Care, our team mean the world to us. That's why we are committed to providing an outstanding, well-rounded employee benefits package to make sure we care for our team, while they care for our residents.Excellent remuneration packages Paid e-learning 24/7 access to an online GP Team-building social events and experiences Referral scheme - earn up to 500 per successful referral Company sponsorship for professional and academic qualifications Complimentary fresh fruits and snacks Cycle to work scheme Rewards and recognition scheme Automatic enrolment to workplace pension On-site parking

What to expect in this role

As our Recruitment and Retention Lead, you will help attract and retain exceptional talent, ensuring our residents consistently receive the highest standard of care.

Recruitment

Lead and implement creative strategies to attract high-quality candidates. Build strong talent pipelines, reduce agency reliance, and meet recruitment targets. Oversee the full recruitment journey including the candidate onboarding process. Administer the company's sponsorship licence and comply with immigration regulations. Manage systems, metrics, and advertising to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with managers, digital partners, and community networks to promote Peverel Court Care.

Retention

Lead initiatives for employee engagement, career development, and wellbeing. Promote a positive workplace culture, health and wellbeing activities, and professional growth. Monitor and report on engagement metrics and retention rates. Conduct exit interviews and maintain 'good-leavers' records.

Other Duties

The duties listed are not exhaustive and may be varied from time to time to meet the changing needs of the business. You may be expected to undertake additional tasks as appropriate and as requested by their manager. You may be required to work at any of the locations at which the business is conducted. Working as part of the Head Office team, providing support where needed and covering for holiday or sickness.

40 hours per week

Up to 33,000 per annum

This role is based at our Head Office in Stone, Aylesbury

What we expect of you

Flexible to work across all company locations in Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire; a valid driving license is desirable for attending each site. Demonstrate excellent time management, problem-solving, organisational, and prioritisation skills. Previous experience in a recruitment-related role (desirable but not essential). Enthusiasm for recruitment, retention, wellbeing, and enhancing the working environment to support engagement. Approachable, supportive, and willing to assist colleagues. A basic understanding of healthy lifestyles and health promotion. Methodical, meticulous and structured approach to your everyday tasks. Proven experience with IT programmes such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and a willingness to embrace new technology. Strong verbal and written communication skills, and confidence engaging with people at all levels while maintaining confidentiality. A strong service mindset and flexible can-do approach. Strong judgement and decision-making ability. Have energy, enthusiasm and confidence to take the initiative.
Our talented and compassionate team have been recognised for their excellent work with numerous awards. Our homes also consistently hold the best ratings in reviews on carehome.co.uk.

About Peverel Court Care

Peverel Court Care provides exceptional elderly care in exclusive settings, delivered by talented and compassionate people. A long standing family business, with a reputation for an uncompromising focus on the standards of care, and the happiness of our residents their families and our staff. We respect individuals and their contribution to society. Through choice and reassurance our residents feel at the heart of the home. Our approach to finding, developing and retaining our staff, together with the personal surroundings of our properties, make us Peverel Court Care, the benchmark in premium care.