Job Description

We're Hiring: Recruitment Manager - Residential Childcare

Salary:

35,000 - 40,000 per year

Hours:

Full-time

Be Part of Something Meaningful

At

Bright Life Living

, we're building brighter futures for children and young people across our residential care services. Our mission is simple -- to provide safe, nurturing homes where every child feels valued and supported.

As we continue to grow, we're now looking for an experienced

Recruitment Manager

to lead our recruitment function and help shape the teams who deliver outstanding care.

If you're a driven recruitment professional with a genuine passion for people, leadership, and making a difference, this could be the perfect next step for you.

The Role

As our

Recruitment Manager

, you'll oversee the full recruitment lifecycle across all residential childcare settings, ensuring we attract, select, and retain exceptional people who share our values and commitment to children's wellbeing.

You'll lead and develop the internal recruitment team, manage compliance and safer recruitment practices, and work closely with senior leaders to deliver a seamless and candidate-focused hiring process.

This is more than just recruitment -- it's about building strong, compassionate teams who can truly change lives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate, and develop the internal recruitment team, ensuring targets and KPIs are consistently met. Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process -- from vacancy requests and advertising to interviews, onboarding, and compliance checks. Ensure full adherence to

Children's Home Regulations

and

safer recruitment

requirements. Partner with Registered Managers and senior leaders to forecast staffing needs and implement strategic recruitment plans. Drive efficiency and continuous improvement across recruitment processes to enhance candidate experience. Monitor and manage recruitment metrics, including time-to-hire, candidate engagement, and retention. Attend recruitment events and job fairs to promote Bright Life Living as an employer of choice. Utilise digital platforms and social media to attract high-quality candidates. Support the mobilisation of new homes and services through effective workforce planning. Regularly review and update recruitment materials, interview packs, and advertising content. Ensure regular communication with hiring managers, providing updates and expert guidance throughout the recruitment process.

About You

Proven experience in

recruitment management

, ideally within

social care or residential childcare

. In-depth understanding of

safer recruitment

and

Ofsted/Children's Home Regulations

. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, support, and develop others. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at all levels. Proactive, organised, and process-driven, with a focus on continuous improvement. Confident using ATS systems, job boards, and social media recruitment tools. Passionate about making a difference and ensuring every hire contributes to a culture of care, compassion, and excellence.

What You'll Get in Return

Competitive salary between 35,000 - 40,000 per year Performance-based bonus scheme Private medical insurance Fully funded training and professional development Paid day off on your birthday, plus enhanced annual leave Pension scheme and wellbeing support Access to salary sacrifice schemes (childcare, tech, cycle to work) Relocation support (if applicable) Genuine opportunities to grow your career within a fast-developing organisation

Lead with Purpose

This is your opportunity to lead recruitment with heart -- helping us bring in passionate, dedicated individuals who can change children's lives for the better.

If you're ready to combine your recruitment expertise with a meaningful mission, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of care at Bright Life Living.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person