Recruitment Officer (Part-Time) – Telford Training Centre

💰 Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 (FTE, salary will be pro rata - £10,400 - £15,000) + OTE
📍 Location: Telford Training Centre
⏰ Hours: Part-time (2 – 2.5 days per week)
📄 Contract: Permanent

Help shape young futures – one placement at a time!

Are you a natural connector who loves matching the right person with the right opportunity?
Do you get a buzz from seeing young people step into the workplace for the first time, full of confidence and ambition?
If so, this could be the role for you.

At Juniper Training, we’re passionate about helping young people kickstart their careers. As our Recruitment Officer, you’ll be at the heart of that mission – finding, securing, and organising meaningful work experience placements that give our students the skills, insight, and connections they need to succeed.

What you’ll be doing:

• Sourcing work placements with local employers that inspire and challenge our students

• Building strong partnerships with businesses, schools, agencies, and community groups

• Showcasing Juniper pathways and apprenticeships at careers events, recruitment fairs, and pop-up stands

• Using social media creatively to highlight success stories and attract new opportunities

• Meeting with students, understanding their career ambitions, and matching them with the right placements

• Keeping our Telford centre on track to meet its placement and recruitment goals

What we’re looking for:

• Confident, outgoing, and great at building rapport

• Organised, proactive, and able to juggle multiple priorities

• Goal-driven with experience in outreach, sales, marketing, or recruitment

• Someone who enjoys working with young people and guiding them into the world of work

• Comfortable using social media to connect and engage

You’ll need:

Essential:

• Level 2 English & Maths (or equivalent)

• Experience in outreach, sales, marketing, or recruitment

• Strong communication and organisational skills

Desirable:

• CEIAG Level 3/4 qualification

• Experience in education/training

• Experience working with 16–18-year-olds

Why you’ll love working with us:

At Juniper, we’re more than a training provider – we’re a team on a mission.
Join us and you’ll enjoy:

• A positive, supportive environment

• Opportunities to grow and develop professionally

• The satisfaction of knowing you’re making a real difference in the lives of young people

🎁 Perks & Benefits – Because You Deserve It! 🎁

🎉 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
💰 Buy & sell annual leave
🏋️ Earn an extra week of leave just by exercising!
🚗 Paid mileage (35p per mile, above normal work mileage)
📞 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
🏆 Long service & special recognition awards
🎟️ Juniper Lottery & Dragons’ Den competitions
⭐ PRIDE monthly celebrations
🕑 Early Finish Fridays (2:30pm!)
🎄 Christmas Savings Club
👀 Eyecare reimbursement
🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme
⚡ Electric Car Scheme (after 5 years’ service)
🛡️ Critical Illness Cover (after 5 years’ service)
🎉 Corporate events throughout the year!

🌍 Diversity & Inclusion Matters 🌍

At Juniper, we believe that language should never be a barrier to opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide a work environment free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

At Juniper, we are committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We carefully scrutinize all applications, thoroughly checking employment history and references to identify any gaps or inconsistencies. Where appropriate, we conduct enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure candidates meet our high standards of integrity and suitability for the role. Our approach reflects our dedication to creating a safe, supportive, and secure environment for everyone within our organisation.

If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to provide assistance. Join us in building a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.