Trainee Recruitment Consultant

  • Academics Ltd
  • City, London
  • Jan 09, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Are you currently working in sales or retail and looking for a career where your hard work truly makes an impact? Do you enjoy working with people, building relationships, and going the extra mile to deliver great service?

We're looking for a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our growing Education Recruitment team in Farringdon, London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with face-to-face customer experience who wants to move into recruitment and build a long-term career in the education sector.

About the Role

As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will play a vital role in supporting schools by sourcing and placing the right teachers and teaching assistants (TAs). You'll work closely with schools and candidates, ensuring every placement makes a real difference in the classroom.

No recruitment experience is required - full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

  • Building strong relationships with schools across London
  • Sourcing, interviewing, and supporting teachers and TAs
  • Matching candidates to the right roles based on school needs
  • Managing bookings and ensuring a high level of service
  • Going the extra mile to support schools, often at short notice
  • Learning the education market and developing recruitment skills

What We're Looking For

  • Previous face-to-face customer experience (sales, retail, hospitality, or similar)
  • A strong work ethic and willingness to learn quickly
  • Confident communication skills and a people-focused attitude
  • Resilient, motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Someone who takes pride in delivering excellent service
  • A genuine interest in working within education recruitment

What We Offer

  • Full training and clear career progression
  • A supportive, high-energy team environment
  • Competitive base salary plus commission
  • The chance to make a real difference in schools and students' lives
  • A long-term career in a growing education recruitment market

If you're hardworking, ambitious, and ready to start a career in recruitment while making a positive impact on education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to start your recruitment career in London. Interviews will be arranged W/C 26th January or sooner.