New year, new ATS? Make 2026 the year hiring gets easier

LAURA CHAMBERS • 05 Jan 2026

It's your first day back after the Christmas break. Your inbox is full, hiring managers want shortlists and you've got three offers waiting on compliance checks. If your ATS and processes slows you down, January is the time to start fixing it.

We're Jobtrain. We've created an ATS (recruitment platform) that removes friction, encourages candidates to apply, helps candidates finish what they start and gives HR real visibility. Our platform is highly configurable to any recruitment process and supports unlimited users, so you don't get blocked by costly development and licences. Most of what you need is configurable, not costly bespoke work - and that means faster time to experience the benefits.

Why change in 2026

  • Less admin, more hiring
    Automations handle the admin and chasing work - like job and offer approvals to the right people. Messages go out on time, so you spend less time chasing and more time progressing candidates.

  • Candidate experience that works
    Mobile-first pages, simple tailored forms and branded content – all without forcing candidates to create a login – keep everything moving. You'll see fewer drop-offs and more qualified applications.

  • Onboarding and compliance that finishes the job
    Right to Work, DBS, references and all the pre-employment steps are organised and tracked. Our Welcome Hub then keeps new hires warm with friendly, branded content until day one.

  • Support you can lean on
    You get unlimited UK support for recruiters, hiring managers and candidates. After go-live, your dedicated Jobtrain Success Consultant will work with you to fine tune the system and share best practice for your sector.

  • Insight that changes outcomes
    Our Talent Intelligence team gives you regular, practical insight on funnels, sources and ED&I. It's not just dashboards and numbers. It's people who help you decide what to do next.

  • Attract more without overspending
    Post to popular job boards from one place. Track what works. Focus your budget where it delivers results.

What our clients say

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“The Jobtrain ATS isn’t just a recruitment tool; it’s an extension of our organisational culture.” - Aspris talent team.


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“It used to take an average of 3 to 4 weeks to get a candidate through onboarding. Now it’s just a couple of days!” - Andrew Daly, Citizens Advice.


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“The upgrade to Enhanced Onboarding and Welcome Hub has literally paid for itself."
- Pamela Hemingway, Benenden Health 


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"We’ve cut our time-to-hire to under 3 weeks.”
- Cornerstone Recruitment Team 


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"When we brought in Jobtrain, it was like discovering fire or the wheel."
- NHS Property Services


Chester Zoo - Copy

"It feels like you've got a really good balance of the tech side but also people who really understand HR and recruitment."
Jennifer McDermott, Chester Zoo.


What improves in your first 90 days

Speed
Templates, bulk actions and clear workflows cut the time from job approval to the offer stage. Comms happen in the ATS, not across random inboxes. Managers get what they need without yet another spreadsheet or inbox.

Quality
Talent networks and talent pools mean you don't have to start from scratch. Re-engage silver medallists and seasonal workers and keep good candidates close and engaged so your next shortlist is already half built.

Experience
Candidates see a clean, branded journey on any device. Hiring managers see a simple task list and the latest status. Everyone knows what happens next, which cuts back-and-forth and improves response times.

Compliance
Collect the right checks at the right time, track progress from one screen and reduce risk without creating extra work for the team.

Reporting
You'll have clear views of data including time to hire, source performance and drop-off points. Our Talent Intelligence team is also available to help you explain results to the board with confidence.

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Quick answers (for a busy first day back)

Do we really need a new ATS?
If you're still nudging managers manually, losing candidates who try (and fail) to apply on mobile, or copying data between systems, the time saved by automation alone is usually enough to pay for the switch. We also have a free to use ROI calculator too, to prove the worth of investing in an ATS like Jobtrain.

How fast can we go live?
We follow a structured plan, led by your Success Manager. Most of the work is configuration, not custom build. Training and testing happens before go-live so the first week feels smooth.

Will it fit our process?
Yes. Our ATS is built to be configurable. You can add unlimited users, set permissions and fine-tune workflows without waiting for a developer.

What makes your support different?
You don't just get a helpdesk. You get people who understand recruitment and will roll up their sleeves to find solutions. We'll share best practice, spot quick wins and help you prove impact.

Do candidates like it?
Our clients consistently report better completion rates, faster responses and stronger feedback from candidates and managers. The simple truth: when the journey is easy, more applicants finish it.

Real-world moments you'll feel quickly

  • A candidate completes all pre-employment tasks without you chasing once
  • Your COO asks for recruitment reports for the next board meeting and you answer in just a few clicks

  • A silver medallist accepts a new offer because you kept them warm in a Talent Pool

Why teams choose Jobtrain

We're a UK-based team and we've been developing, delivering and supporting our ATS for over 25 years. We work with organisations across the NHS, care, local government, education, leisure, housing and more. We understand high-volume peaks, regulated roles and the reality of mixed hiring models.

Your next step

If you want January to feel different, let us show you how we'd set Jobtrain up for your organisation. Book a 30-minute demo and we'll share a realistic plan to improve speed, experience and reporting. No jargon. No pressure. Just a clear view of what better looks like.

 

 


A highly configurable UK ATS that helps teams hire faster with less admin.

In-house HR and talent teams from small SMEs to enterprise sized organisations.

Weeks rather than months, with a structured plan and training.

Yes, mobile-first journeys, easy apply and clear comms reduce drop-offs.

Yes, managers get simple tasks, clear statuses and in-tool scheduling.

Unlimited UK support plus a dedicated success contact after go-live.

Real-time dashboards plus access to our Talent Intelligence team to help guide decisions.

Yes, with reporting, fair workflows and inclusive hiring tools.

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