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