Work at CER

Join our team

As a proud member of the Affinity Workforce Solutions (AWS) family, all internal recruitment for CER is conducted through Affinity Workforce.

If you are a talented and passionate education recruitment consultant seeking new opportunities, we invite you to explore our career possibilities. Visit the Affinity Workforce careers page to discover how you can contribute to our shared vision and be a part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the world of education.

Enjoy benefits like great career progression, reduced hours during school holidays and hybrid working hours.

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Why work at CER?

Joining CER offers a dynamic career path in education recruitment as well as a range of benefits.

Competitive base salary, reflecting your experience and skills.
Clear career progression and growth opportunities within a supportive team.
23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and an additional day off on your birthday.
Annual company-wide conference held in exciting locations, providing opportunities for networking and professional development.
Enjoy dress-down Fridays and regular social events for a positive and fun environment.
Access to Affinity Extra – our discount and cash back offers including high street stores, supermarkets, restaurants, cinemas, attractions and more! You will also have access to our well-being resources and free eye tests.
Affinity Academy – get access to a range of learning & development resources including GDPR, Leadership, Candidate Management, Business Development, and Sales.

We’re on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work List

Affinity Workforce and its brands – CER, Monarch Education, Career Teachers and Sugarman Education, have been awarded a place on the Sunday Times 2024 “Best Places to Work” list.

Our teams are constantly working to create a space where people feel empowered and supported to be the best version of themselves.

What we do to create a supportive and rewarding workplace:

Prioritising employee well-being and development.
Providing flexible working opportunities for all employees.
Clear career progression.
Providing continuous learning and development opportunities to all employees through Affinity Academy.

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What it’s like working at CER

Meet Jamil: Divisional Manager of CER Darlington

Introducing Jamil, the inspiring Divisional Manager at CER Darlington, and explore the vibrant world of education recruitment in this blog.

A Career With CER

Working in recruitment can lead to so many career routes. Whether you continue to build your desk, work in compliance, move into business development or take on managerial responsibilities, recruitment can open the door to opportunities.

Meet Esme – CEO Affinity Workforce

Esme Bianchi-Barry has held the position of Affinity Workforce since 2019. During this time, the company has acquired a new business, developed its provision and successfully steered its way through the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Road to Recruitment

In the recruitment industry, there are so many opportunities for our consultants to progress and forge a long and successful career. With the right drive and the passion to learn, you can unlock your potential and help support candidates find their perfect roles.

Learning at Work Week

Learning at work week is a unique annual event to recognise the importance of continual learning and development in the workplace.

Affinity Workforce Education Conference 2022

Every July we hold our annual conference. This is our most anticipated event of the year, which celebrates the successes of the last year.