Recruitment Assistant

Position Overview

Salary: £25,989 - £26,824 per annum

Hours per week: 33 or 37 hours

Contract type: 33 hour permanent part time or 37 hour temporary 12 months.

Interview date: Thursday 09 July 2026

Recruitment Assistant is required to join our established team in Trowbridge, providing end to end support across a varied and busy recruitment function. The role involves coordinating recruitment activity, supporting hiring managers and ensuring a positive candidate experience. Strong organisation and communication skills are essential. Candidates will also support our social media presence including TikTok and Reels content.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Confident and articulate communicator
• Exceptionally well organised with a strong eye for detail
• Comfortable using initiative and working independently
• Adaptable and collaborative with a positive 'can do' attitude
• Committed to personal development, actively seeking opportunities to learn and grow
• Able to manage competing priorities without becoming overwhelmed
• Recruitment experience not essential but advantageous

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks and employee benefits.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Equality and Inclusion

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Application Process

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply. We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills and motivations.