Location: Brentford, London
Job Type: Full-time permanent, Hybrid (2 days at home, 3 days in the office)

We are seeking an Education Recruitment Consultant to join a leading educational recruitment agency. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for the education sector and a talent for sales, who is ready to connect education professionals with fulfilling roles within schools.

Day-to-day of the role:

Cultivate and maintain relationships with education professionals to match them with suitable roles.
Offer personalized support to candidates, ensuring alignment between their career aspirations and available opportunities.
Work closely with schools and head teachers to provide consultative staffing solutions.
Develop and maintain expertise in the field of educational recruitment.
Engage in sales activities, including making outbound calls and attending client meetings.
Negotiate pay rates and foster positive, long-term relationships with candidates.
Monitor job placements to ensure satisfaction and meet financial targets.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven sales ability and a minimum of 1 year of recruitment experience, preferably in temporary recruitment.
Bachelor’s degree (2:1 or above).
Understanding of the UK education system.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanour.
Ambition for a long-term career in recruitment.
Self-motivated, deadline-oriented, and empathetic.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong relationship-building skills.
Confidence in conducting interviews and engaging with senior stakeholders.

Benefits:

Access to a modern office environment and complimentary gym membership.
Clear career progression pathway.
Generous holiday allowance.
Supportive management and a vibrant, diverse team culture.

Hours: Monday to Friday 7am to 4.30pm, and 8am to 5.30pm on an alternating basis through the week. The hours are shorter during school holidays and will be 9am to 5pm