Recruitment Consultant

Teaching Personnel; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 26,984 - 29,186; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible benefits package

Cash bonuses

Recognition and celebration events

World-class training and mentoring

Continuous career development

Supportive team culture

Flexible working options

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK seeks an Education Recruitment Consultant. This mid-senior level role involves engaging with schools and educators, expanding networks, and delivering exceptional service. Candidates should excel in a sales-driven environment and have a passion for education. The position offers opportunities for career progression, uncapped commission, and a flexible working culture. A full UK driving license is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, direct sales or customer service is essential.
• Good knowledge of the primary education sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with schools and educators to build strong relationships.
• Grow a database of talented educators and school partnerships.
• Provide market-leading recruitment solutions.
• Ensure high quality standards in matching educators to schools.
• Hit and exceed targets to achieve success.

Skills

Sales focused

People-centric

Resilient

Agile

Passion for education

Job description

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Base pay range

Education Recruitment Consultant
£26,984 - £29,186 base salary plus £10,000 to £18,000 OTE
You will need a Full UK Driving Licence and Access to a car to be eligible for this vacancy ( if you're close to passing your test mention this in your application)
At Teaching Personnel, the UK's market leading education recruitment agency, we don't just match educators to jobs - we create opportunities that transform lives. Our mission is simple: to connect passionate educators with the schools that need them most, making a meaningful difference in classrooms across the UK.
Whether you're new to recruitment or an experienced consultant, we offer clear career progression, hands‑on training, and regular opportunities for promotion. So, if you're passionate about education, thrive in a fast‑paced sales environment, and want to make a real difference to thousands of teachers and pupils every day, this could be the opportunity for you!

What's in It for You?

• Uncapped commission - the more impact you create, the more you earn.
• Generous holiday allowance - 28 days increasing with service up to 33, plus bank holidays and shorter working hours in school holidays.
• A flexible benefit package including Cash Plan health cover, virtual GP, the chance to buy more holiday and much more.
• Amazing incentives - cash bonuses, holiday/prize draws and team events.
• Recognition & celebration - be part of company‑wide initiatives and bi‑annual award nights.
• World‑class training & mentoring - learn from the best and take your career to the next level.
• Continuous career development - regular opportunities for promotion, hands‑on training and personal growth.
• Supportive team culture - we celebrate success, champion each other, and provide the tools you need to thrive.
• Flexibility - work from home one day a week once established.

Who You Are

• Sales focused - your experience in recruitment, direct sales or customer service, means you excel in a performance‑driven environment to meet targets.
• People‑centric - you love building strong, lasting relationships by talking to people and thrive in a social, dynamic, goal‑oriented environment.
• Resilient - you see obstacles as opportunities and stay motivated and proactive in a fast‑paced setting.
• Agile - you can manage multiple priorities and juggle tasks efficiently while delivering outstanding service.
• Passion - while working in Primary Education previously isn't a deal breaker, having good knowledge of the sector would be ideal.

What You'll Be Doing

• Building strong relationships - engage with schools and educators to understand their needs and create the perfect matches.
• Expanding your network - grow a strong database of talented educators and trusted school partnerships.
• Becoming an expert - stay ahead of education trends to provide market‑leading recruitment solutions.
• Delivering exceptional service - ensure the highest quality standards in matching educators to schools.
• Achieving success - hitting and exceeding targets where your successes and results are rewarded.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to thrive in a high‑energy, sales role with unlimited rewards and potential for growth, we want to hear from you. Apply now and start your career journey with us today!

Employment offers are subject to satisfactory vetting checks. These checks will be run in line with the latest guidance and legislation. You will need to already have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to offer any sponsorship(s) for visa applicants.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development, Education