Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector

Prospero Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced SEN Recruitment Consultant to join their Manchester team. This role involves developing relationships with SEN schools, attracting candidates, and managing vacancies across various roles. The ideal candidate is driven by targets, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and has experience in educational recruitment. Attractive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

End-of-term parties and awards

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN educational recruitment is preferred.
• Driven by targets and commissions while valuing meaningful work.
• Able to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with SEN schools and PRUs.
• Attract and interview candidates aligned with each setting's ethos.
• Manage vacancies across supply and contract roles.

Skills

Educational recruitment experience

Interpersonal skills

Compliance skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

SEN Recruitment Consultant - Prospero Teaching | Manchester

Salary: Excellent Basic + Uncapped Commission

Benefits: Private Healthcare | Pension | End of Term Parties & Awards

Location: Manchester Office

Are you a recruitment consultant with a passion for making a real difference? Do you thrive in a target-driven environment where your success is celebrated and rewarded?

At Prospero Teaching, we're on the lookout for an experienced SEN Recruitment Consultant to join our high-performing Manchester team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career, working with SEND schools, Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), and alternative provisions, connecting talented education professionals with the roles where they can make the biggest impact.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining relationships with SEN schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions
• Attracting and interviewing candidates aligned with each setting's ethos and requirements
• Advertising vacancies via job boards, social media, and our website
• Meeting both clients and candidates to provide a personal, tailored recruitment experience
• Managing vacancies across supply and contract roles

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Experienced in educational recruitment (SEN experience preferred)
• Driven by targets and commission, but with a heart for meaningful work
• Confident and engaging, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Skilled in compliance and working with high-volume workloads
• Able to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Commercially aware and always thinking a step ahead

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive base salary + high commission structure
• Private healthcare & pension scheme
• Fantastic team culture - regular end-of-term parties, awards, and incentives
• Clear personal development plan & career progression
• A chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people

Location

This role is based in our Manchester office - a vibrant team with a shared commitment to excellence, support, and fun.

Ready to join a company that values your ambition, rewards your results, and gives you purpose in your work? Apply now and take the next step in your education recruitment journey with Prospero Teaching