Candidate Resourcer

Academics Ltd; Winnersh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment company in the UK is seeking a Candidate Resourcer to support the recruitment of teachers and education staff. This role involves sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and managing ads across platforms. It offers a competitive salary of £25,000-£27,500, and a clear progression path to a full consultant role. Ideal for graduates and career changers, strong communication skills and a passion for education are essential. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Generous holiday allowance

Extensive training

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential for candidate interaction.
• A passion for education is crucial.
• Desire to progress into a consultant role over time.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing teachers and education support staff for client schools.
• Conducting initial candidate pre-screening calls and interviews.
• Creating and managing job adverts across multiple platforms.
• Completing thorough compliance and vetting checks.

Skills

Communication skills

Enthusiasm and energy

Can-do attitude

Education

University degree or equivalent

Job description

Candidate Resourcer - Education Recruitment (180 Role)

With Clear Progression to 360 Recruitment Consultant

Academics Ltd - Education Recruitment Company

Location: Winnersh Triangle, Reading, Berkshire

Academics Ltd's Reading office is hiring a Candidate Resourcer to join the team on a permanent basis with an immediate start. Academics is one of the UK's largest and most successful education recruitment companies, and our Reading branch services a large and loyal client base of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire.

This is a 180 recruitment role with a strong focus on candidate sourcing, screening, and compliance, working closely with experienced consultants. For the right individual, this role offers a clear and structured pathway to progress into a full 360 Recruitment Consultant position once you are confident and successful in the resourcing function.

Our office is based in Winnersh Triangle, a short walk from the station with free parking available.

What We Can Offer

• Based in Winnersh Triangle with excellent access from London and the M4 corridor
• Competitive starting salary of £25,000-£27,500 + uncapped commission
• Commission available from day one on successful placements
• Generous holiday allowance and reduced hours during school holidays
• Extensive internal and external training
• Friendly, supportive team with a strong collaborative culture

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from graduates, career changers, or aspiring recruiters looking to build a long-term career in recruitment.

You will need a can-do attitude, strong communication skills, and plenty of enthusiasm and energy. A passion for education and a desire to progress into a consultant role over time is essential.

Role Responsibilities

• Sourcing teachers and education support staff for client schools
• Proactively searching CV databases, job boards, and social media platforms
• Creating and managing job adverts across multiple platforms
• Conducting initial candidate pre-screening calls and interviews
• Registering and onboarding candidates
• Completing thorough compliance and vetting checks to a Gold Standard
• Meeting candidates in person for registrations where required
• Working closely with consultants to place candidates into suitable bookings
• Building long-term relationships with candidates
• Shadowing experienced consultants and gradually developing 360 recruitment skills