Recruitment Officer (Gorse SCITT)

Recruitment Officer (GORSE SCITT)

C1 SCP 12-17 (£27,711- £30,060) 

Contract: 37 Hours Per Week, All Year Round

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to work within GORSE SCITT (School Centred Initial Teacher Training), an integral part of Leeds Teaching School Hub, in this important and stimulating role, as GORSE SCITT further develops its outstanding provision.  

The intention of this role is to ensure the day-to-day running of all processes surrounding the recruitment of trainee teachers to the SCITT programme. Recruitment of trainee teachers to GORSE SCITT is an integral part of the day-to-day success of the SCITT. Since 2013, GORSE SCITT has trained and supported into employment more than 2000 teachers. We are an outstanding provider of Initial Teacher Training (ITT) and we receive a large number of applications from candidates wishing to train with us. As a result of this, we interview and recruit weekly, meaning that recruitment is a full-time, ongoing activity needing the highest level of administration.   

You should be incredibly organised, efficient, personable and committed. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to take their career to the next step in a dynamic organisation. 

The ideal applicant will have:

• English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) GCSE level.
• Experience of working in an office environment.
• Good time management skills, including the ability to work to deadlines.

What we offer you:

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:

Membership to a local government pension scheme.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

About us:

Over the past ten years, GORSE SCITT has trained over 2000 trainee teachers across all subjects and in both primary and secondary phases. It is one of the largest teacher training centres in the country. In 2023 GORSE SCITT was once again recognised as an Outstanding provider by Ofsted, supplying the life-blood of teachers within schools across our region. Our training programme ensures that our trainees are exceptionally well-prepared for successful careers in teaching, making an impact on young people’s lives for the better, particularly for those whose lives are characterised by privation. We train around 200 trainee teachers each year from EYFS through to Post-16.

This vacancy represents an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking, innovative and dynamic team that works within the nationally renowned GORSE Academies Trust. The Trust is relentless in its determination to provide the highest standard of education possible in all our settings. We passionately believe that where teaching is excellent, leadership inspiring and behaviour standards exemplary, all children excel regardless of background. Any candidate who is eager to play an important role in this is encouraged to apply. We offer a comprehensive and personalised approach to Continued Professional Development (CPD) which we hope would be of interest to any potential applicant. 

If you would like to know more about GORSE SCITT, please visit our website at www.gorsescitt.org.uk

How to Apply: 

If you’re as excited about this opportunity as we are, a job description/person specification and application form is available to download from this page or by email to recruitment@gorsescitt.org.uk. If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Helen Carr, Executive Director, GORSE SCITT at helen.carr@gorsescitt.org.uk. 

Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted.

Closing date for applications: Rolling Closing Date                     

Interviews will take place: TBC                      

We will consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act (2010), to enable an applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.   

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.