Job Description

Role type
Police Staff
Contract Type
Permanent
Department
Human Resources
Location
Leek Wootton
Is this a Politically Restricted role?
No
Grade/scale
OFFSCALE
Grade/scale
C (26,106.00 - 28,653.00)
Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
Hours per week
37
Competency and value framework (CVF) level?
1
Closing date
18/08/2025, 12:00


Job description

Recruitment Assistant

Leek Wootton

Permanent Contract

Full Time

Salary (26,106.00 - 28,653.00)

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Friday 26th August 2024

Those currently eligible on the redeployment register will be given prior consideration.

The main purpose of the role is to give routine guidance on Recruitment policies and procedures, terms and conditions of employment, Police Regulations and the Online Recruitment Portal in accordance with recruitment strategy to recruit suitably qualified police officers, police staff and Special constables in accordance with the workforce requirements.



To provide a customer focussed HR recruitment Service in accordance with the recruitment strategy.

Main Responsibilities:

To provide guidance and support with routine recruitment escalating more complex issues to the HR Supervisor.


To process all aspects of recruitment vacancies ensuring accurate records and timescales are maintained, taking responsibility for more complex transactions.


To input, maintain, retrieve and present management information in a user friendly format via HR ORIGIN database and other associated systems including Applicant Tracking Systems.


Assisting in the preparation of, and attending internal and external recruitment events.


To support in the training and development of the Recruitment Assistants including apprentices.


To highlight service improvements and propose changes to business administration processes.


To work collaboratively with other HR colleagues to ensure the delivery of innovative, timely and cost effective people management policies, procedures and practices which support the achievement of organisational aims and objectives.


To support in the training and development of HR administrators including apprentices.


To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, including cover for colleagues, as required.

Knowledge:

5 GCSEs, Grades A-C or equivalent including Maths and English.



An understanding of basic employment legislation.

Experience:

Experience of dealing with recruitment processes, conditions of employment and administering Applicant Tracking Systems.



Experience of working as part of a team in a customer service environment.

Key Skills:

Competent in the use of IT including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook) and HR databases.


Good verbal and written communication skills.


Proven ability to manage high process driven workloads in accordance with strict deadlines.


Ability to enter information accurately using appropriate IT systems.


Ability to retrieve statistical information and present clearly and concisely.

Special Conditions

Travel throughout Warwickshire



We want our organisation to be as diverse as the community it serves. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.



You will be required as part of Warwickshire Police recruitment process to successfully complete vetting and credit checks.


We support the "Happy to talk flexible working" campaign, which aims to encourage uptake of flexible working for individuals, the flexible working options that may be considered for this role include; Remote Working

Why work for Warwickshire Police?

Warwickshire Police has gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.

If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then Warwickshire Police is the force for you.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Warwickshire Police are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from minority ethnicity communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBTQ+ communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.

All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.

Recruitment and Selection Policy

Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.

Police Barred and Advisory lists

Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.

Vetting and safeguarding

Warwickshire Police are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

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