Talent Acquisition Specialist
DN Colleges GroupAre you passionate about connecting great talent with meaningful opportunities? Do you thrive in a dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment? If so, we want to hear from you!
About the Role
As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you’ll lead the full recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing and engaging candidates to coordinating comprehensive safer recruitment checks and supporting hiring managers through a thorough and compliant selection process. You’ll be recruiting for roles within the Further Education (FE) sector, supporting a diverse and vibrant college group. While experience in education recruitment is beneficial, it’s not essential—we welcome applications from professionals with transferable recruitment expertise and a passion for making a difference in education. This role requires someone confident working independently, using their initiative, while also being a supportive and collaborative team player.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with hiring managers to identify current and future talent needs
- Source candidates via job boards, social media, and direct outreach
- Lead employer branding efforts through events, campaigns, and webinars
- Maintain accurate records using Networx ATS
- Create and manage targeted recruitment campaigns
- Analyse recruitment data and report on ROI
- Champion EDI and Safeguarding best practices
- Build and nurture a talent pipeline, including passive candidates
- Provide excellent candidate experience and support throughout the process
- Coordinate and ensure compliance with safer recruitment checks and procedures
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in HR or relevant experience
- Experience in full-cycle recruitment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of ATS systems and recruitment marketing tools
- Creative problem-solver with a passion for securing top talent
- Knowledge of Talent Acquisition tools and trends
Why Join Us?
- Supportive and inclusive culture
- Outstanding holiday entitlement: 30 days + public holidays + Christmas closure
- Great work-life balance, 35.5 working hours a week
- Professional development and CPD opportunities
Important Information
As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Closing date: 6th October
Interview date: 15th October
Apply now and help shape the future of talent at DN Colleges Group. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
For more information regarding this role please contact staff.recruitment @dncolleges.ac.uk
About us
At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.
Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct, high quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally
Our values
This vision is supported by a set of values that underpin how we operate every day across our organisation. Across every team and department, we follow core values that guide our decision making, our interactions and our approach to challenges and opportunities.
These values are a fundamental part of DN Colleges Group, as we aspire to deliver outstanding and inspirational teaching and learning for our students every day.
Working with us
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