Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant

Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant

Location: Streetly, Sutton Coldfield
Salary: £20,000 – £25,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00

Winner Education is seeking a motivated and ambitious Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about recruitment, safeguarding, and making a real difference in supporting schools across the region.

As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will embark on a structured development journey — starting with resourcing and compliance, before progressing into a full 360 recruitment role. You will receive hands-on training, mentoring, and ongoing support as you learn how to build meaningful relationships with candidates and schools alike.

Key Responsibilities

First 6 Months – Foundation Stage

• Source and screen high-quality candidates to match school requirements.
• Write and post engaging job adverts across multiple platforms.
• Conduct candidate interviews and ensure thorough vetting to APSCo Compliance+ standards.
• Manage all aspects of the compliance process, ensuring safeguarding and legal obligations are met.
• Build strong relationships with candidates, offering support throughout the onboarding process.
• Oversee timesheet management, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.

After 6 Months – Development Stage

• Begin developing and managing your own client portfolio.
• Carry out proactive business development through cold calling and networking.
• Conduct school visits and build long-term relationships with headteachers and school business managers.
• Manage existing accounts, ensuring exceptional service delivery and client satisfaction.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Passionate about education and making a difference.
• Confident, personable, and enjoys building relationships.
• Organised with excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ideally experienced in sales, customer service, or administration (not essential).