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Pathway to Recruitment Leadership (SYMCA)

Course Overview

Quack Recruitment & Training delivers the Pathway to Recruitment Leadership Skills Bootcamp in partnership with the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA).

This programme prepares learners for careers in recruitment, sales and professional office roles.

What You Will Learn

The Skills Bootcamp covers the full recruitment process including:

  • the recruitment lifecycle
  • candidate sourcing and job advertising
  • CV screening and interview techniques
  • client relationship management
  • recruitment compliance and right-to-work checks
  • CRM systems and recruitment software
  • sales and negotiation skills

Learners complete practical recruitment simulations designed to reflect real industry scenarios.

Learner Success Stories

Kieron H – Recruitment Consultant

I joined the Bootcamp because I wanted to move into a professional office role. The course covered the full recruitment process and included practical exercises like cold calling and interviewing. With the help of the tutors I secured an interview with a recruitment agency and started work as a Recruitment Consultant shortly after finishing the programme.

David L – Recruitment Resourcer

The training felt very practical and realistic. We practised sourcing candidates and screening CVs which helped me understand the industry. The careers support team helped me apply for roles and I secured a position as a Recruitment Resourcer within weeks of completing the Bootcamp.

Rosemary A – Talent Acquisition Assistant

I was working in retail and wanted to move into an office role. The Bootcamp gave me the skills and confidence needed to work in recruitment. With support from the tutors I secured an interview with a recruitment agency and was offered a role as a Talent Acquisition Assistant.

How We Help You Get a Job

Our Skills Bootcamps are designed with a clear objective — helping learners move into employment or progress in their careers.

Career Guidance

Learners receive guidance to identify suitable career pathways within recruitment.

CV Development

We support learners in developing professional CVs tailored to the industry.

Interview Preparation

Learners receive interview coaching including mock interviews and guidance on employer expectations.

Job Application Support

Our team helps learners identify suitable vacancies and complete job applications.

Post-Course Progression Support

Support continues after training as we assist learners in securing employment opportunities.

Employer Engagement

We work with a network of employers who support our programmes through insight sessions, industry engagement, and recruitment opportunities for learners.

Employers may engage with the programme through:

  • Industry insight sessions and guest talks
  • Discussions about current vacancies and career pathways
  • Recruitment opportunities for learners completing the programme

Why Choose Quack Recruitment & Training?

Industry-Relevant Training

Our programmes are designed around real employer needs.

Industry Connections

Our programmes are informed by industry needs and designed to prepare learners for real workplace environments.

Flexible Learning

Training is available face-to-face or remotely.

Intensive Career-Focused Training

Our Skills Bootcamps are short, focused programmes designed to help learners quickly develop employable skills.

Proven Outcomes

Across our Skills Bootcamp programmes around 80% of learners progress into employment or career advancement.

Where Our Learners Now Work

Learners who have completed our programmes have progressed into roles such as:

  • Recruitment Consultant
  • Recruitment Resourcer
  • Talent Acquisition Assistant

These outcomes demonstrate the progression routes available to learners who complete the programme.

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