Candidate Resourcer
Company: Academics Ltd.
Location:
Candidate Resourcer – Education Recruitment (180 Role)
With Clear Progression to 360 Recruitment Consultant
Academics Ltd – Education Recruitment Company
Location: Winnersh Triangle, Reading, Berkshire
Academics Ltd’s Reading office is hiring a Candidate Resourcer to join the team on a permanent basis with an immediate start. Academics is one of the UK’s largest and most successful education recruitment companies, and our Reading branch services a large and loyal client base of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire.
This is a 180 recruitment role with a strong focus on candidate sourcing, screening, and compliance, working closely with experienced consultants. For the right individual, this role offers a clear and structured pathway to progress into a full 360 Recruitment Consultant position once you are confident and successful in the resourcing function.
Our office is based in Winnersh Triangle, a short walk from the station with free parking available.
What We Can Offer
- Based in Winnersh Triangle with excellent access from London and the M4 corridor
- Competitive starting salary of £25,000–£27,500 + uncapped commission
- Commission available from day one on successful placements
- Generous holiday allowance and reduced hours during school holidays
- Extensive internal and external training
- Friendly, supportive team with a strong collaborative culture
Who We Are Looking For
We welcome applications from graduates, career changers, or aspiring recruiters looking to build a long-term career in recruitment.
You will need a can-do attitude, strong communication skills, and plenty of enthusiasm and energy. A passion for education and a desire to progress into a consultant role over time is essential.
Role Responsibilities
- Sourcing teachers and education support staff for client schools
- Proactively searching CV databases, job boards, and social media platforms
- Creating and managing job adverts across multiple platforms
- Conducting initial candidate pre-screening calls and interviews
- Registering and onboarding candidates
- Completing thorough compliance and vetting checks to a Gold Standard
- Meeting candidates in person for registrations where required
- Working closely with consultants to place candidates into suitable bookings
- Building long-term relationships with candidates
- Shadowing experienced consultants and gradually developing 360 recruitment skills