Internal Recruiter

Join Our Growing Recruitment Team at Birmingham Children’s Trust

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees — a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, our vision is clear: to put children and young people at the heart of everything we do.

We are focused on delivering excellent social work and family support for the city’s most vulnerable children, young people, and families. Recognised by Ofsted as a ‘Good’ provider of children’s social care, we are expanding our recruitment team to support our continued growth and commitment to excellence.

About the Internal Recruiter Role

As a key member of the HR team, reporting to the Talent Acquisition Partner, you will:

• Lead recruitment campaigns across all levels, providing expert advice and guidance to hiring managers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver effective recruitment solutions.
• Oversee the daily operation of the agency master vendor contract.
• Ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience from application to onboarding.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals who:

• Proactively build strong relationships and networks.
• Provide professional, confident advice both in person and online.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and planning skills.
• Have experience in high-volume recruitment, ideally within social care or a similar field.
• Understand recruitment legislation, policies, and best practices.
• Are confident using social media and digital platforms for recruitment and employer branding.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.
• Develop your professional skills in a collaborative environment.
• Enjoy a generous holiday entitlement and attractive benefits package.
• Make a real difference in the lives of children and families across Birmingham.

For full details on each role, please review the job descriptions and person specifications.

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.