Recruitment Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education recruitment is seeking a motivated consultant to connect passionate educators with schools. This role offers the chance to make a real impact in classrooms while enjoying a supportive team environment and uncapped commission. With opportunities for career progression, training, and hybrid working options, this position is perfect for those looking to thrive in a dynamic and rewarding career. Join a team that celebrates success and values your contributions, helping shape the future of education while enjoying generous benefits and a fulfilling work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Uncapped commission

Exciting perks & incentives

Best-in-class training & mentoring

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Sales experience in recruitment, sales, or customer service is essential.
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with schools and educators to match opportunities.
• Engage with decision-makers to provide tailored recruitment solutions.

Skills

Sales-driven

People-focused

Resilient

Organised

Adaptable

Passionate about education

Education

Relevant qualifications and training

Tools

Industry-leading technology

Job description

Education Recruitment Consultant – Join the Team That’s Shaping Futures!

At Protocol Education, we don’t just fill jobs—we change lives. We’re in the business of connecting passionate educators with the schools that need them most, making a real impact in classrooms across the UK.

If you’re ambitious, people-focused, and ready to build a career with purpose, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Join Protocol Education?

1. A career that grows with you – Whether you’re new to recruitment or an experienced consultant, we offer clear career progression, hands-on training, and regular opportunities for promotion.
2. A supportive team – We work hard, celebrate success, and back each other every step of the way.
3. Make a real difference – Help schools find incredible educators, and help educators find their perfect role. Every placement you make has an impact.
4. Uncapped commission – The harder you work, the more you earn. Simple.
5. Work-life balance – Hybrid working options available once you’re established in the role.
6. Perks & rewards – From wellness programs and referral bonuses to incentive prizes and exclusive discounts, we make sure our team feels valued.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Building relationships – Connect with schools and educators, understand their needs, and match the right people to the right opportunities.
2. Growing your network – Develop a strong candidate pipeline and expand your client base with expert guidance and support.
3. Becoming a trusted advisor – Engage with school decision-makers and offer tailored recruitment solutions.
4. Keeping up with education trends – Stay informed on what’s happening in the sector to provide market-leading insights.
5. Hitting (and exceeding) targets – Drive your own success in a performance-led role where results are rewarded.

Who You Are

1. Sales-driven – Whether you’ve worked in recruitment, sales, or customer service, you thrive in a target-driven environment.
2. Confident & people-focused – You love building relationships, talking to people, and making connections.
3. Resilient & ambitious – You’re self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn and grow.
4. Organised & adaptable – You can juggle multiple tasks and stay ahead in a fast-paced setting.
5. Passionate about education – You understand the impact of great teaching (even if you haven’t worked in education before).

What’s in It for You?

1. Uncapped commission – Earn what you deserve with a competitive, straightforward commission structure.
2. Generous holiday allowance – 28 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days with service, plus bank holidays.
3. Unlimited career progression – Regular promotions and clear pathways for growth.
4. Exciting perks & incentives – Holiday draws, free cinema tickets, wellness programs, and more.
5. Recognition & celebration – Be part of company-wide incentives and two major events each year.
6. Cutting-edge tools & resources – Access to industry-leading technology to help you succeed.
7. Hybrid working options – Flexibility once you’re up and running.
8. Best-in-class training & mentoring – Learn from the best and develop skills that will take you to the top.

Ready to Build a Career That Matters?

If you’re looking for a dynamic, rewarding, and people-focused career where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and let’s shape the future of education together!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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