HR and Recruitment Administrator Apprentice
Kelly Park Limited · Consett Business Park · posted 24 July 2026
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Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Screening
- Conduct initial application screening against role requirements and values.
- Carry out telephone screening interviews to assess the candidate's suitability and availability.
- Schedule interviews with candidates and members of the HR team.
- Maintain regular communication with applicants, ensuring a positive and professional candidate experience.
Safer Recruitment & Compliance
- Complete pre-employment checks in line with CQC standards and safer recruitment guidance.
- Verify Right to Work documentation and identity documents.
- Process and monitor Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) applications.
- Assist with verifying employment references.
- Ensure all mandatory recruitment documentation is completed before employment commences.
- Support the monitoring of visa expiry dates and other compliance requirements where applicable.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR and company policies when handling sensitive employee information.
HR Administration
- Maintain accurate employee records within the company's CRM and HR systems.
- Update personnel files, compliance records, and recruitment trackers.
- Carry out accurate data entry and ensure employee information is maintained to a high standard.
Reception & General Administration
- Welcome visitors, candidates, and professionals in a courteous and professional manner.
- Answer incoming telephone calls and direct enquiries appropriately.
- Respond to recruitment and HR enquiries via telephone and email.
- Support general office administration and undertake additional duties appropriate to the role.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Qualities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional and compassionate approach when dealing with candidates and employees.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work accurately.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy office environment.
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and willingness to learn HR and CRM systems.
- A genuine interest in Human Resources and the health and social care sector.
- Understanding of the importance of equality, diversity, dignity, and respect.
Your training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Where it leads
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to secure a permanent HR Administrator position within Kelly Park Limited.
The successful candidate will receive ongoing professional development with opportunities to progress into roles such as:
- HR Administrator.
- Recruitment Coordinator.
- HR Business Partner (long-term progression).
Kelly Park supports personal development.
About Kelly Park Limited
Kelly Park Limited is a leading provider of domiciliary and extra care services across the North East. With over 30 years of experience, we deliver personalised, high-quality care that supports independence, dignity, and wellbeing for every individual we serve.
Serving Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland.
Our dedicated team of care professionals are driven by compassion, guided by best practice, and committed to improving lives every day, whether at home, in the community, or through trusted partnerships with local authorities and health services.
Things to consider
A DBS Check would be required upon successful appointment of an apprenticeship.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired
Where you'll work
- UNIT 33, DERWENTSIDE BUSINESS CENTRE, CONSETT BUSINESS PARK, VILLA REAL, DH8 6BP
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