Education Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant

Academics Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency based in Chelmsford is seeking an Education Recruitment Resourcer/Trainee Consultant to join their expanding team in January 2026. This role offers a vibrant start to a career in education recruitment, featuring structured training and support. The successful candidate will engage with educators, write job advertisements, and assist with candidate management. The position guarantees a competitive salary plus commission, along with a supportive work environment where you can truly make a difference in local schools.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear career progression

Ongoing professional development

Supportive work environment

Impact on local schools and communities

Qualifications

• Driven and able to thrive under pressure.
• Previous experience in recruitment, sales, or education is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates for teaching and support roles.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with educators and school leaders.
• Writing engaging job adverts and managing candidate pipelines.
• Supporting consultants with day-to-day administrative and recruitment tasks.
• Gaining the skills and confidence to progress into a consultant role.

Skills

Confident communicator

Strong interpersonal skills

Organised

Team player

Interest in the education sector

Job description

Education Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant

Academics Ltd - Chelmsford, Essex

Start Date: January 2026

Full-Time, Permanent 25,500 - 34,000 per annum + Commission

Are you a proactive, people-focused individual looking to start a rewarding career in education recruitment?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?

Are you wanting a role where you can make a real difference to local schools and have the hunger to earn good money?

Academics Ltd Chelmsford, Essex office is expanding, and we're excited to welcome a new Education Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant to our dynamic team this January!

About the Role

As a key member of our successful Chelmsford, Essex office, you will play a vital role in connecting great educators with fantastic opportunities across local schools. This is an excellent entry point into the world of recruitment, offering structured training, ongoing support, and a clear pathway to becoming a full 360 Recruitment Consultant.

What You Will Be Doing

• Sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates for teaching and support roles
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with educators and school leaders
• Writing engaging job adverts and managing candidate pipelines
• Supporting consultants with day-to-day administrative and recruitment tasks
• Gaining the skills and confidence to progress into a consultant role

What We're Looking For

• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Driven, organised, and able to thrive under pressure
• A team player with a genuine interest in the education sector
• Previous experience in recruitment, sales, or education is beneficial but not essential - full training provided!

What We Offer

• Competitive salary starting from 25,500 - 34,000 per annum
• Clear career progression into a Recruitment Consultant role
• Full training and ongoing professional development from day one
• A supportive, friendly, and ambitious office environment
• The chance to make a real difference to local schools and communities

Ready to launch your career in education recruitment?

Apply today by calling Yasmin on (phone number removed) or emailing (url removed) to join us at Academics Ltd Chelmsford this January 2026!

Education Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant