Recruitment & Onboarding Adviser

Recruitment & Onboarding Adviser Are you passionate about recruitment, people experience and getting the details right? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment where no two days are the same? We're looking for a Recruitment & Onboarding Adviser to play a vital role in attracting, appointing and welcoming new colleagues into the college.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

From first advert to first day (and beyond), you'll ensure every step of the journey is smooth, inclusive and well-organised.

What you'll be doing As part of our People Services team, you'll be a trusted partner to hiring managers and a friendly, knowledgeable point of contact for candidates.

Your role will include: Managing end-to-end recruitment activity across a varied portfolio of roles Advertising vacancies and advising managers on effective attraction strategies Supporting shortlisting, interviews and offer management Delivering a seamless pre-employment checking process Coordinating and delivering an engaging onboarding experience Ensuring all recruitment activity is compliant, accurate and well-documented Providing advice and guidance on recruitment best practice and policy Using HR systems to maintain high-quality data and produce insights What we're looking for You'll bring energy, organisation and a real passion for people.

Ideally, you'll have: Proven experience in recruitment, onboarding or an HR / People Services role Strong customer service skills and confidence working with stakeholders at all levels Excellent attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities A proactive, solutions-focused mindset Confidence using HR or applicant tracking systems A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive recruitment practices CIPD qualification (or working towards one) would be great, but it's not essential.

Ready to apply? If you're enthusiastic about recruitment, love working with people and want to help create brilliant first impressions, we'd love to hear from you.

We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy once we receive a sufficient number of strong applications.

Working at Bournemouth and Poole College More than just a job.

At Bournemouth & Poole College, we are passionate about turning potential into professionals.

We are the largest college in the area and a vital engine for the local economy, educating over 9,000 learners and partnering with over 1,000 employers to bridge the gap between local talent and real futures.

A proud culture.

We know that if we want our students to succeed, we have to start by looking after our people.

We work hard to create an environment where you feel trusted and valued rather than just employed.

In our 2025 inspection, Ofsted observed: "They have developed an inclusive culture where staff feel empowered to make a positive difference to students and apprentices.

Leaders and managers have improved staff morale; staff are proud to work at the college." A place to grow and belong.

We are committed to a workplace that is genuinely inclusive, where everyone is inspired to contribute and succeed.

You will find a vibrant, rewarding environment that celebrate ambition and success in equal measures.

To get a better feel for life at the College and explore our full range of benefits, visit our Work With Us page. xwzovoh

Armed Forces Covenant As proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories, we value the skills and experience veterans, reservists and military families, and encourage them to consider a career with us.

Safeguarding Commitment We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share in this commitment.

The successful will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK.