Recruitment Consultant

Vision for Education Ltd; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company redefining education recruitment! This dynamic role combines recruitment, sales, and account management to support secondary schools across Plymouth and Cornwall. With a focus on building lasting client relationships, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in education while enjoying uncapped commission and a supportive team culture. This organization is committed to employee engagement and ethical leadership, making it an ideal place for proactive sales professionals eager to grow their careers.

Benefits

Uncapped Commission

Free Onsite Parking

Enhanced Parental Leave

Flexible School Holiday Hours

Ongoing Training and Career Development

Team Events and Celebrations

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and client relationship management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and develop business through outreach.
• Place educators in suitable roles and track progress with Salesforce.

Skills

Sales Ability

Consultative Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Self-Motivation

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Recruitment Consultant – Join a Team That’s Redefining Education Recruitment!

Location: Brooklands, Plymouth

Hours: Full Time

• 7.30am – 4pm x2 days per week
• 7.30am - 5pm x2 days per week
• 7.30am – 4.30pm Fridays
• Work from home Wednesdays
• Reduced hours (9am – 3pm) during school holidays

About Us

Vision for Education is part of The Edwin Group, a Top 10 UK Employer (Sunday Times Best Places to Work). Rated ‘Excellent’ by our people, we’re known for employee engagement, ethical leadership, and a purpose-driven culture.

As a carbon-neutral, ESG-leading organisation, we support the UN Sustainable Development Goals and champion wellbeing, inclusivity, and climate action.

Why Join Us?

We seek experienced sales professionals to join our Plymouth team, supporting Secondary schools across Plymouth and Cornwall. If you want to work with the best, build lasting client relationships, and be valued—this is the role for you.

• Uncapped commission and a warm desk
• Clear progression to Branch Manager
• High-performing, team-first culture
• Opportunity to make a difference in education

The Role – What You'll Be Doing

This fast-paced, people-first role combines recruitment, sales, and account management:

• Managing relationships with a large client base, including exclusive partnerships
• Using sales, marketing, and networking to attract clients
• Developing business through relationship-building and outreach
• Visiting schools to deepen engagement
• Placing educators in suitable roles
• Building talent pools via social media, headhunting, and networking
• Managing applications, interviews, references, and placements
• Tracking progress with Salesforce
• Supporting schools with sponsorship opportunities
• Acting as an ESG ambassador, promoting and complying with policies

Who We’re Looking For

Proactive, experienced sales professionals eager to grow and make an impact:

• Proven sales ability
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Strong, consultative communication skills
• Organised, resilient, self-motivated
• Relationship-builder and team player
• Driven to exceed targets ethically

What You’ll Get in Return

• Uncapped commission
• Free onsite parking
• Enhanced parental leave
• Flexible school holiday hours
• Team events, incentives, and celebrations
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive, modern office environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in education

Next Steps

Click ‘Apply Now’ with your CV to join a passionate, ambitious company.

Process

• Screening to assess skills and passion
• Phone call with Talent Team
• First interview with manager and team
• Branch shadowing opportunity
• Final interview with Senior Stakeholder

The Edwin Group welcomes applications from all community sections and does not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.