Recruitment Consultant

Cactus Search; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Recruitment Consultant to connect educators with schools in Manchester. This full-time role offers opportunities for career progression, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture. Ideal candidates are communication savvy, resilient, and passionate about education. Join us to make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Fast-paced career progression

Ongoing training and mentorship

Achievable bonus potential

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• Natural people-person with strong communication skills.
• Passion for education; experience in education or sales is a bonus.
• Organised and ready to learn.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with schools and educators.
• Recruit and support quality teaching staff.
• Grow your client portfolio and maximise opportunities.
• Deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensure high standards of safeguarding and service.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Sales Driven

Resilience

Adaptable

Job description

Overview

Recruitment Consultant – Education Sector

Be part of something bigger. Shape futures, build careers, and make a real impact in education. We're supporting a fantastic business who don’t just fill jobs — they're connecting passionate educators with schools that need them most. As a Recruitment Consultant in our client’s Educator division, you’ll join a team driven by one purpose: delivering better education experiences for pupils across the UK.

What you’ll do

• Build strong relationships with schools and educators
• Recruit, place, and support quality teaching staff
• Grow your portfolio of clients and maximise opportunities
• Deliver results in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and service

What we’re looking for

• A natural people-person with strong communication skills
• Sales Driven, resilience, and ambition to succeed
• A passion for education (experience in education or sales is a bonus, not a must!)
• Organised, adaptable, and ready to learn

Why join us

• Fast paced career progression (Consultant → Established → Senior)
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and development opportunities
• Awesome and achievable bonus potential
• A supportive, inclusive team culture where every day counts
• The chance to make a difference — in schools, in careers, and in children’s lives

Location

Location: Manchester

Working pattern 7AM - 4.30AM Mon - Fri

Contract

Permanent | Full-time

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