Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Academics Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a Trainee Recruitment Consultant in Rochester. You'll receive full training and support while helping connect teachers with schools. The role offers uncapped commission and a fulfilling career path supporting local education. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are essential. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and impact.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Structured training

Clear progression paths

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Motivated by career progression and earning potential.
• Confident, driven, and excited to learn.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Learning the ropes with full recruitment training and ongoing mentoring.
• Building relationships with local schools and education professionals.
• Matching talented teachers and TAs with the right opportunities.
• Managing vacancies from start to finish.
• Visiting schools to understand their needs.

Skills

Experience in sales

Customer service

People-focused roles

Job description

Overview

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector
Location: Rochester | Basic Salary: £27k-£32k + Uncapped Commission
Full Training Provided

Ready to launch a rewarding career where your hard work directly pays off?

Looking for a dynamic, fast-paced role that makes a real impact on young lives?

Join one of the UK's leading education recruitment specialists and build a career that truly matters.

Why Join Us?

We're one of the largest and fastest-growing education recruitment agencies in the UK, supporting over 1,000 primary and secondary schools every day. As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you'll join our vibrant Rochester office and be fully trained to become a successful recruiter - no previous recruitment experience needed!

You'll help connect brilliant teachers and support staff with schools in need, playing a key role in improving education outcomes in your local area. This is more than just a sales job - it's your chance to build a career with purpose and earn excellent money doing it.

What You'll Be Doing

• Learning the ropes with full recruitment training and ongoing mentoring
• Building relationships with local schools and education professionals
• Matching talented teachers and TAs with the right opportunities
• Managing vacancies from start to finish - from advertising and interviews to placements
• Visiting schools to understand their needs and grow business relationships
• Working in a supportive, high-energy team environment

What We're Looking For

• Experience in sales (B2B or B2C), customer service, or similar people-focused roles
• Motivated by career progression and earning potential
• Confident, driven, and excited to learn
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

What You'll Get in Return

• Structured training from industry experts
• Uncapped commission - your earning potential is in your hands
• Clear progression paths - promotions often within 12 months
• A fun, friendly, and collaborative team culture
• A role with real impact - helping schools and changing lives

About Our Rochester Team

You'll be joining a high-performing, close-knit team with a fantastic reputation in the local education sector. It's fast-paced, exciting, and incredibly rewarding. We're proud of our low staff turnover - people love working here, and we think you will too.

Interested? Let's Talk

Send your CV or reach out directly to Craig Walker for an informal chat about the role. Craig is happy to answer your questions and help you decide if this is the right move for you