Education Recruitment Consultant

Connex Education; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking a motivated Recruitment Consultant in Leicester to enhance school partnerships and place candidates in education roles. This role requires strong relationship-building skills and time management. The company offers competitive salary with uncapped commission, 30 days annual leave, and ongoing training and support.

Benefits

Competitive salary with uncapped commission

Incentive trips and regular rewards

30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Reduced hours during school holidays

Company pension & healthcare plan

Ongoing 1-2-1 support and in-house training

Qualifications

• Recruitment experience (education recruitment preferred but not essential).
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to build lasting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Managing and growing relationships with schools in Leicester.
• Placing candidates into various roles.
• Delivering exceptional service to partner schools and candidates.
• Running weekly payroll accurately.
• Meeting and interviewing prospective candidates.

Skills

Relationship building

Time management

Teamwork

Self-starter attitude

Job description

Are you an experienced Education Recruiter ready for your next challenge, or someone with good recruitment experience looking to break into the education sector or perhaps a graduate looking to forge a career in recruitment? Connex Education Leicester is expanding, and we’re looking for a driven, motivated Recruitment Consultant to join our high-performing team. You’ll be working with one of the most respected agencies in the sector, trusted by hundreds of schools and education professionals across Leicestershire & the country.

If your strengths lie in developing positive relationships and growing school partnerships, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We’re looking for someone who genuinely cares about making a difference in schools, and who brings energy, organisation, and determination to their role every day.

What You’ll Be Doing:
Managing and growing relationships with Leicester schools – by phone and in person (driver’s licence and access to a car essential)
Placing candidates into day-to-day, short-term, and long-term roles
Delivering exceptional service to our partner schools and candidates
Running weekly payroll accurately and efficiently
Meeting and interviewing prospective candidates to understand their strengths and preferences
Taking ownership of your desk and growing it as if it’s your own business.

What You’ll Get in Return:
Competitive salary with uncapped commission from day one
Incentive trips and regular rewards
30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Reduced hours during school holidays
Hybrid working model (office-based during term, flexibility in school breaks)
Ongoing 1-2-1 support and in-house training
Company pension & healthcare plan

What We’re Looking For:
Recruitment experience (education recruitment preferred but not essential)
A self-starter attitude with strong time management skills
Someone who can build lasting relationships and deliver consistently
A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, early-start environment

If you’re ready to take the next step in your recruitment career and join a tight-knit, ambitious team in Leicester, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of Connex Education’s continued success.