Recruitment Consultant

Vision for Education Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission scheme

WFH 2 days/week

Reduced hours during school holidays

Friday early finish

Job summary

Axcis Education in Bristol is seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our team, focusing on attracting and placing teaching professionals and support staff across the region.

You will develop strong relationships with schools and candidates, use diverse strategies to attract top talent, and manage the full 360 recruitment cycle. Enjoy a hybrid role with a commission-based rewards structure and a supportive, high‑growth environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a full 360 recruitment role is essential, and ideally within the education sector.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong business development abilities and a proactive approach to building relationships.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Great negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with the UK education system and qualifications would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strong relationships with both schools and candidates.
• Utilise a variety of recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent within the education sector.
• Interview and screen potential candidates to match their skills and aspirations with suitable positions.
• Provide exceptional client service, working to understand the exact needs of schools and offering tailored recruitment solutions.
• Work to specific targets and KPIs, with the focus on placing quality candidates and building a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date knowledge of the education sector, including current trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Attend networking events, career fairs, and school functions to increase brand awareness and candidate attraction.
• Advise both clients and candidates on industry standards, salary levels, and career opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and ethical standards within the education and recruitment industries.
• Utilise our CRM system to manage candidate data, client information, and track all stages of the recruitment process.

Skills

360 recruitment

Education sector

Business development

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

CRM system

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CRM system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Recruitment Consultant - Join a Team That's Redefining Education Recruitment!

Location: Arnos Vale, Bristol

Hours:

• Full time, permanent
• Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (shift patterns between 7am and 6pm)
• Work from home x2 days a week
• Enjoy reduced hours during school holidays

About Us:

Axcis Education is proudly part of The Edwin Group, a Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, for the fourth consecutive year. Rated 'Excellent' by our people across the board, we're known for our world‑class employee engagement, ethical leadership, and purpose‑driven culture.

We are seeking an experienced, dedicated and results‑driven Education Recruitment Consultant to join our dynamic team in our Bristol office. In this role, you will be responsible for attracting and recruiting exceptional teaching professionals and support staff for educational institutions across your assigned area, whilst using your strong business development skills to attract new business and further develop existing relationships. You'll work in a rewarding environment, where you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the education sector. If you have the passion for education and the drive to succeed, we want you on our team!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Develop and manage strong relationships with both schools and candidates.
• Utilise a variety of recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent within the education sector.
• Interview and screen potential candidates to match their skills and aspirations with suitable positions.
• Provide exceptional client service, working to understand the exact needs of schools and offering tailored recruitment solutions.
• Work to specific targets and KPIs, with the focus on placing quality candidates and building a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date knowledge of the education sector, including current trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Attend networking events, career fairs, and school functions to increase brand awareness and candidate attraction.
• Advise both clients and candidates on industry standards, salary levels, and career opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and ethical standards within the education and recruitment industries.
• Utilise our CRM system to manage candidate data, client information, and track all stages of the recruitment process.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in a full 360 recruitment role is essential, and ideally within the education sector.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong business development abilities and a proactive approach to building relationships.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Great negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with the UK education system and qualifications would be an advantage.

What You'll Get in Return:

• Highly attractive commission scheme
• Work from home options after initial training period
• Reduced working hours during school holidays
• Later start/early finish every Friday during term time
• 90 Minute lunch break once a week
• Income Protection & Death in Service scheme
• Staff discount and wellbeing package - including access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Dog friendly office!