Recruitment Apprentice

Apprentice Recruiter (Level 3) A great opportunity to join our friendly, ethical education recruitment agency. Tara Professional Recruitment supports schools across Shropshire and the Midlands, supplying high-quality teachers and support staff. As an Apprentice Recruiter, you will support the recruitment team by sourcing and screening candidates, completing compliance checks, and assisting consultants with daily and long-term school bookings. You’ll gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 Recruiter Apprenticeship. What You’ll Do Most of your apprenticeship will be spent learning on the job, gaining practical recruitment experience. Key responsibilities include: * Sourcing teachers, teaching assistants and support staff using online platforms * Telephone screening candidates to assess suitability, availability and preferences * Supporting candidates through registration, safeguarding checks and onboarding * Preparing job adverts and candidate profiles * Updating CRM systems accurately and consistently * Assisting consultants with daily and long-term school bookings * Maintaining regular communication with candidates and schools * Handling incoming calls and delivering excellent customer service * Supporting ID checks, compliance documentation and safeguarding processes * Matching candidates to roles based on skills and school requirements * Working collaboratively within a friendly, supportive team * Learning how to independently recruit and manage your own candidate pool * Developing your personal brand as a recruiter and representing the company professionally Location Dunbar House Knights Court Shrewsbury SY1 3GA Training You will complete a Recruiter Level 3 Apprenticeship, delivered through a partnership between Tara Professional Recruitment and Juniper Training Limited. This includes structured learning alongside your role, with time allocated away from day-to-day duties to develop professional knowledge and skills. What You’ll Learn Level 3 360 Recruiter Apprenticeship Standard End-Point Assessment (EPA) English and Maths Functional Skills (if required) On-the-job development with a dedicated Skills Coach Requirements Essential Qualifications GCSE English and Maths (Grade A*–C or 4–9) Relevant qualifications or industry experience should be shared, as the apprenticeship can be tailored to prior knowledge. Skills & Attributes * Strong communication skills * Confident telephone manner * IT and administrative skills * Organisation and time management * Customer care skills * Problem-solving ability * Numeracy and analytical skills * Logical thinking * Team-working approach * Initiative and creativity * Patience and a non-judgemental attitude About the Employer Tara Professional Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency supplying teachers and support staff to schools across Shropshire and the Midlands. Known for being friendly, ethical and relationship-driven, Tara focuses on quality, care and long-term partnerships with both schools and candidates. The team is supportive, energetic and committed to making a positive difference in education. Company Benefits * 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Christmas shutdown * Birthday day off * Team treat days out After the Apprenticeship Opportunity for a full-time role within the business for a successful apprentice Application & Contact Details Please apply and if shortlisted we will pass any suitable CV's to Juniper to follow up your application Training Provider Contact: Juniper Training Limited Paul Nightingale