Associate Education Consultant (Trainee Position)

Axcis Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking individuals to join its Associate Education Consultant trainee programme. This 6-month training is designed for ambitious individuals to learn about education recruitment with no prior experience required. Responsibilities include resourcing candidates, writing job adverts, and interviewing candidates. Successful trainees can transition into full-time roles. Offering competitive salaries starting at £26k, plus a commission scheme, this is a unique opportunity for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Attractive commission scheme

Work from home options

Reduced working hours during school holidays

Staff discount and wellbeing package

Dog friendly office

Qualifications

• Must be presentable and proficient with IT platforms.
• Experience in sales is preferable, customer service is accepted.
• Willingness to learn and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Resourcing teachers and teaching assistants for job roles.
• Searching job sites for CVs and attending career fairs.
• Writing job adverts to attract candidates.
• Interviewing candidates and liaising with Education Consultants.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Strong work ethic

Proficient on IT platforms

Customer service skills

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in recruitment but don’t have direct experience? Then fear not, you’ve arrived at the right place! Our Associate Education Consultant trainee programme is a 6‑month training programme designed to give ambitious individuals the skills, knowledge, and confidence to break into the industry – no prior experience required! We currently have training opportunities in all of our offices across England.

Why Join Our Trainee Programme?

At Axcis Education we believe in potential over experience. Whether you’re a recent graduate, changing careers, or just eager to get started in recruitment, our structured training programme will equip you with everything you need to succeed.

• Comprehensive Training – Learn the fundamentals of education recruitment, including candidate sourcing, client management, and interview techniques.
• Mentorship & Support – Receive guidance from experienced consultants who will help you develop your skills.
• Hands‑On Experience – Work alongside our team, gaining real‑world insight into the fast‑paced world of recruitment.
• Career Progression – Successful trainees have the opportunity to transition into full‑time Education Consultant roles.

About You

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are looking to pursue a career in recruitment and wants to join a company that celebrates success and supports you on your journey to get there. The Associate Education Consultant training programme is designed to cover all aspects of the 360‑recruitment cycle. All we ask is you have the drive to succeed with a great work ethic. We’ll help you with everything else so by the end of the 6‑month programme you’ll be fully equipped to manage your own portfolio of candidates and clients.

Responsibilities

• Resourcing teachers and teaching assistants for job roles.
• Searching job sites for CVs and attending career fairs.
• Utilising the company database to recruit candidates.
• Writing job adverts to attract candidates.
• Interviewing candidates in person, online and off‑site on registration days.
• Liaising with the Education Consultants to ensure these candidates are placed out to work.
• Writing candidate profiles.

Client Training (After Initial Training)

• Visiting schools with colleagues.
• Positive marketing of candidates.
• Client business development and lead generation.
• Developing new client relationships and account managing existing ones.

Qualifications

• Must be presentable, proficient on IT platforms and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn, positive attitude.
• Previous sales experience preferable, but strong customer service skills accepted.
• Knowledge of special needs and/or education an advantage but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary – starting at £26k, depending on previous experience.
• Highly attractive commission scheme.
• Work from home options after initial training period.
• Full time permanent role, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (shift patterns between 7am and 6pm).
• Reduced working hours during school holidays.
• Late start/early finish every Friday during term time.
• Extended lunch breaks.
• Staff discount and wellbeing package – including access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Dog friendly office.

About Axcis

Established in 2001, Axcis Education is the market leading Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) recruitment company. With offices throughout the UK and an exclusive relationship with nasen (National Association for Special Educational Needs), we provide teachers and support staff to schools nationwide and offer temporary and permanent placements for TAs, HLTAs, LSAs, therapists, teachers, SENCOs, Deputies and Head Teachers.

Contact & Apply

To apply, click the apply button and contact Martin Keddie on 020 7580 2956.

We offer a £50 shopping voucher for referrals that lead to a hire.

Equal Opportunity

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short‑term and long‑term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact Information

Martin Keddie
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