Education Recruitment Consultant

Education Recruitment Consultant

Location: London & Hertfordshire Salary: Competitive base salary + commission

Our Client is an exclusive education recruitment agency established within the last five years, working with schools across London and Hertfordshire. They specialise in recruiting for Primary, Secondary, Further Education, and Special Educational Needs (SEN) settings, supporting schools with high-quality staff across leadership, teaching, support, and administrative roles. Additionally, they have a strong presence in South Africa, creating opportunities for candidates from South Africa or those with an education background to apply.

As an Education Recruitment Consultant, you will play a vital role in connecting talented education professionals with schools in need of quality staffing solutions. You will manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and vetting candidates to liaising with schools and securing placements. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a passion for education and recruitment to develop their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with schools and education professionals.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates to assess suitability for roles.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from initial contact to placement.
• Provide tailored support to candidates, including interview preparation and career guidance.
• Work closely with schools to understand their staffing needs and offer effective recruitment solutions.
• Ensure all compliance and safeguarding checks are completed to the highest standards.
• Meet and exceed individual and team targets through proactive business development and client engagement.

Requirements

• Previous experience in education recruitment, general recruitment, or sales is desirable.
• A passion for the education sector and making a difference in schools.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Highly motivated with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Candidates from South Africa or those that have travelled to the UK to teach are encouraged to apply.
• Valid UK Right To Work

Benefits

• A competitive salary with an uncapped commission structure.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A chance to make a real impact in the education sector by placing quality candidates in schools that need them most.

If you are an ambitious individual looking to build a rewarding career in education recruitment, we would love to hear from you.