Recruitment Candidate Manager. Job in Manchester Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Group is seeking a Candidate Manager to help source high-quality candidates for teaching roles. The position involves managing candidate relationships and ensuring a seamless recruitment experience while working within a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in candidate generation is preferred.
• Strong administrative abilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Actively source and attract candidates, process registrations, and conduct interviews.
• Manage ongoing candidate communication and assist in compliance requirements.
• Attend career fairs and maintain relationships with candidates.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Recruitment Candidate Manager - Prospero Group

Company Overview:
Prospero Teaching, established in 2000, is an award-winning teaching recruitment agency with offices across the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Our team connects top education professionals with fulfilling teaching roles, covering Primary, Secondary, SEND, and CES settings-from local community schools to large multi-academy trusts. We are committed to supporting educators throughout their journey, offering a structured environment with dedicated Compliance Officers and in-house training coordinators.

Position Overview:
Due to our growth, Prospero Group is seeking a dedicated Candidate Manager to join our dynamic team in Manchester. This role focuses on sourcing high-quality candidates to meet the needs of our recruitment teams and help them reach placement targets. You'll play a key role in identifying and engaging teachers, support staff, and tutors, ensuring they meet client requirements and have a seamless experience throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively source and attract candidates via internal and external databases.
• Process candidate registration forms, including conducting interviews and reviewing documents.
• Post job adverts on platforms like Broadbean and LinkedIn.
• Build expertise on school locations and consultants' designated areas.
• Conduct pre-screens to assess candidates and discuss expectations with consultants.
• Create and maintain candidate profiles, matching candidates to school cultures and needs.
• Stay updated on changes in the Education system (curriculum, compliance, qualifications, etc.).
• Manage ongoing candidate communication, including emails and phone inquiries.
• Assist in collecting and managing references, and support compliance requirements.
• Attend university career fairs and manage relationships with candidates, ensuring they feel supported and informed.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience in candidate generation (preferred but not required).
• Strong administrative abilities and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a confident phone manner.
• Highly organised, with the ability to multi-task and work accurately under pressure.
• Proactive, flexible, self-motivated, and able to manage a high-energy environment.

Why Join Prospero Group?
At Prospero Group, we value a fun, supportive workplace where you'll have the opportunity to grow and develop alongside a passionate team. If you're ready to make an impact in education recruitment, apply today!