Job Description

About The Bridge Care-


The Bridge provides community based registered care services for people with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex care needs. We provide personalised outcome-based support to enable individuals with significant care and support needs to live safely, happily and successfully in the community. Our focus is to fill the gaps in accommodation and support provision for uniquely complex and challenging individuals by taking a fresh perspective to their support needs. We provide bespoke individual accommodation choices that are entirely flexible to meet individual needs. Everyone's opinion matters to us and we see this as key to the success of the people we support. The Bridge recognises the value and importance of developing a safe and reliable home setting for the people we support; their families; the people we employ and for the commissioners who fund services.


Our Values-


Our values reflect us all and they're the beating heart of everything we aspire to be. They set out our culture, the way we behave and the way we do things. Change perceptions. See the world through the eyes of the people we support and mould the world around them. Take a different outlook. Be confident to use our wealth of experience and knowledge to look at unique situations differently. Remember to be nice, kind, patient, resourceful, open minded, resilient and forgiving. Understand why situations occur. We take an evidence-based approach to why behaviour occurs and how to respond appropriately. Everyone's opinions matters. We value every individual as part of the team, and they are key to the success of the people we support and the organisation


About The Role


Position -We are seeking an experienced and proactive Recruitment Manager to lead our recruitment function and drive the delivery of a fast-paced, people-focused service. The successful candidate will manage a team of two Recruitment Coordinators, oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, and ensure compliance with Home Office legislation and sponsorship duties. This role is key in supporting our organisation's growth and ensuring we attract, select, and retain high-quality talent


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership & People Management Manage, coach, and develop a team of two recruitment staff, ensuring high performance and effective workload management. Provide regular 1:1s, supervision, and support to ensure continuous development and role clarity. Foster a positive, collaborative, and solution-focused team environment.


Recruitment Lifecycle Management Oversee end-to-end recruitment across multiple services, from advertising and shortlisting to onboarding. Ensure a high-quality candidate experience at all stages of the process. Work with hiring managers to forecast staffing needs and develop effective recruitment plans.


Performance & KPIs Set, monitor, and report on recruitment KPIs, including time-to-hire, quality of hire, vacancy fulfilment rates, and candidate pipeline health. Implement strategies to achieve or exceed targets and reduce recruitment bottlenecks. Regularly review processes and systems to ensure continuous improvement and operational excellence.


ATS & Process Improvement Lead on the use, optimisation, and maintenance of the Applicant Tracking System. Monitor and improve ATS workflows to increase efficiency and ensure accurate data entry. Produce recruitment reports, dashboards, and insights using data extracted from the ATS.


Compliance & Home Office Sponsorship Duties- Maintain a strong understanding of Home Office procedures, immigration rules, and right-to-work legislation. Manage and administer the organisation's Sponsor Management System (SMS), ensuring all licence duties are fully met. Oversee the accurate and timely issuing of Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) and ensure full compliance with record-keeping and reporting duties. Conduct internal audits on RTW checks and ensure all recruitment practices meet legal and regulatory standards.


Stakeholder Engagement Provide expert advice to managers and senior leaders on recruitment strategy, labour market trends, and hiring best practices. Build strong relationships with external partners, job boards, agencies, and community organisations to support talent pipelines.


Essential Previous experience in a Recruitment Manager or Senior Recruiter role. Strong knowledge of Home Office legislation, right-to-work checks, and sponsorship (SMS) processes. Experience managing and developing a recruitment team. Proficiency in using and optimising Applicant Tracking Systems. Strong data-driven approach with the ability to interpret recruitment metrics and KPIs. Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise competing demands


Desirable Experience within social care, supported living, or a similar regulated environment.


Equal Opportunities The Bridge Care is committed to promoting equality and diversity within the workplace and providing a working environment that is free from discrimination. We believe in the value of creating an inclusive environment for all.


Confidentiality The post holder must respect confidentiality at all times and ensure that all personal information is handled in line with our policies. Scope of This job description provides an overview of the role and key responsibilities but is not an exhaustive list of duties.


Responsibilities may change in line with the needs of the service. Significant changes will be discussed and agreed upon with the post holder


Required Criteria


Skills Needed


About The Company


The Bridge Care is a specialist UK-based care provider supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs to live independently in their own homes. Using a person-centred approach rooted in Positive Behaviour Support, we work in partnership with individuals, families, and professionals to create meaningful, fulfilling lives for the people we support. Founded in Castleford, our services span across Yorkshire and continue to grow with a focus on dignity, inclusion, and high-quality care.


Company Culture


At The Bridge Care, our values are the cornerstone of everything we do. They guide our actions, decisions, and interactions, shaping the way we operate as an organization. We believe in living our values every day, as they are fundamental to our identity and the quality of care we provide


Company Benefits


Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Blue Light Card, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Long service awards


Salary


Not disclosed