Education Recruitment Consultant

Aspire People; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based education recruitment agency in Peterborough is seeking an Education Recruitment Consultant. The role involves managing the recruitment cycle and developing strong relationships with schools. With a competitive salary of £26k - £36k DOE and an OTE of £57k+, this position also offers flexible working and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped earnings

48 days annual leave

Flexible summer hours

Supportive culture

Clear career pathways

Qualifications

• Experienced as an Education Recruitment Consultant or in sales/business development.
• Proven track record in recruitment or sales.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with schools.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle.
• Drive new business development.
• Specialise in specific education areas.
• Work with a supportive team for guidance.

Skills

Relationship building

Business development

Sourcing candidates

Interviewing skills

Specialization in education sectors

Job description

Overview

Education Recruitment Consultant - Aspire People Peterborough

Full-time | Immediate Start | Competitive Package (£26k - £36k DOE + Commission | OTE £57k+)

Aspire People is an independently owned education recruitment specialist with over 20 years of experience supporting schools, colleges, and trusts across the UK. We take pride in connecting exceptional teachers, support staff, graduates, and leaders with opportunities where they can truly make an impact. Our Peterborough team is expanding, and we are seeking an Education Recruitment Consultant to join our well-established office. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within a supportive, collaborative, and nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools across Peterborough and Cambridgeshire.
• Drive new business development while nurturing and growing existing accounts.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle - from sourcing and interviewing high-quality candidates to placing them in roles that match their skills and aspirations.
• Specialise in your area of expertise - whether that be SEND, Primary, or Secondary education recruitment.
• Work alongside an experienced, motivated team, with guidance and mentoring from a manager committed to your success.

What Aspire People Offers You

• Uncapped earnings with a minimum OTE of £57k+.
• Up to 20% commission on billings, with a no-threshold structure - earn from your very first placement.
• 48 days annual leave (including bank holidays) - one of the most competitive packages in the industry.
• Flexible and reduced summer hours - designed to support work-life balance.
• Hybrid working - a mix of office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• A supportive and nurturing culture - join a team that values wellbeing, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Clear career pathways - transparent routes to progress into senior leadership roles within the business.

At Aspire People, we believe in rewarding dedication, celebrating success, and empowering our consultants to reach their full potential.

If you are an experienced Education Recruitment Consultant or have sales/business development experience, with a proven track record and are ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.