Recruitment Manager

Recruitment Manager (Hybrid)

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Recruitment Manager to join our growing organisation. This is a hybrid role, combining remote working, office-based collaboration, and occasional visits to our nursery settings.

This is a key role within the business, responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle and supporting our continued growth by ensuring we attract, hire, and retain high-quality talent.

The Recruitment Manager will work closely with the Operations Manager, senior leadership team, and nursery managers to plan workforce needs, deliver effective recruitment strategies, and improve employee retention.

• Collaborate with managers and leadership to assess staffing needs
• Identify gaps and implement effective recruitment solutions

• Create and maintain job descriptions and person specifications
• Advertise roles across appropriate platforms
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, and referrals
• Screen candidates and manage the interview process
• Ensure recruitment processes are compliant with employment law and safeguarding requirements

• Oversee and enhance the onboarding experience
• Ensure all pre-employment checks are completed accurately and on time
• Support managers with induction and probation processes

• Conduct exit interviews and analyse trends
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve retention

• Maintain accurate recruitment records
• Report on key metrics such as time-to-hire and staff turnover
• Evaluate recruitment strategies and drive improvements
• Support employer branding initiatives

• Proven experience in nursery recruitment or talent acquisition
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data
• Experience in a multi-site organisation
• Knowledge of safer recruitment and safeguarding practices

• Hybrid working model
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing organisation
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ability to shape and improve recruitment processes across the group

Hybrid – remote working, office-based work, and occasional travel to nursery sites.

If you’re passionate about recruitment and want to make a real impact within a growing organisation, we would love to hear from you.