Education Recruitment Trainee — Fast-Track to Consultant

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Chelmsford is seeking an Education Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant to join its expanding team in January 2026. This full-time role offers an excellent entry point into recruitment, providing structured training and ongoing support. You will be responsible for sourcing candidates and building relationships with schools. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £25,500 to £34,000 annually plus commission, along with clear career progression into a full Recruitment Consultant role.

Benefits

Competitive salary starting from £25,500

Clear career progression

Full training and professional development

Supportive office environment

Making a difference in local schools

Qualifications

• Driven and organised with a genuine interest in the education sector.
• 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 skills to progress into a consultant role.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to thrive under pressure

Confidence in communication

Team player

Job description

A leading education recruitment agency in Chelmsford is seeking an Education Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant to join its expanding team in January 2026. This full-time role offers an excellent entry point into recruitment, providing structured training and ongoing support. You will be responsible for sourcing candidates and building relationships with schools. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £25,500 to £34,000 annually plus commission, along with clear career progression into a full Recruitment Consultant role.