Recruitment and Contracting apprentice

Responsible for recruiting and contracting Key Stage 2 exam markers to meet demand for national assessments. Works with the recruitment team to manage applications, issue contracts, and ensure deployment targets are met. Requires strong organisation, adaptability, and the ability to handle tight deadlines and shifting priorities.

• Organise and manage recruitment campaigns for all marker positions
• Assist with internal teams and stakeholders on recruitment needs, providing advice and building effective relationships
• Advise potential applicants on marker roles and ensure knowledge of Gateway to support them and set up new roles
• Work with the Recruitment and Contracting Team to anticipate demand and monitor applications for priority subjects
• Contribute to the Marker recruitment and retention strategy
• Ensure consistent customer service, resolving escalations and complaints in line with SLAs
• Review regular and ad hoc management information (MI)
• Support contracting, deployment, and allocation of markers within deadlines and forecast requirements
• Issue and track contracts to ensure full coverage, following up on non-replies and withdrawals
• Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders (e.g., STA) and maintain accurate data across systems, including Gateway
• Handle routine application enquiries and liaise with internal customers regarding markers
• Support the end-to-end recruitment process, including applicant support and reference checks
• Assist with ad hoc contracting or deployment support during peak periods or absences
• Collaborate with other business areas to achieve overall objectives

To meet the requirements of the Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship programme, you will need to spend 6 hours a week of your time undertaking off-the-job learning, which will include:

• Formal training, including online learning and internal learning events
• 1-2-1s with your coach and line manager
• Observing and shadowing colleagues
• Writing up learning reflections for your portfolio