Recruitment Consultant- Primary Education

Teaching Personnel; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible benefits package

Amazing incentives

Recognition & celebration

World-class training & mentoring

Continuous career development

Supportive team culture

Flexibility to work from home

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Manchester is seeking a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to connect passionate educators with schools. This full-time role offers uncapped commission, generous holidays, and world-class training, along with a supportive team culture. Ideal candidates are sales-focused, resilient, and passionate about education. Apply today to kick-start your career.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, direct sales, or customer service.
• Ability to build strong relationships and thrive in a goal-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of Primary Education is an advantage.
• Agile and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Passionate about education; knowledge of the sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage with schools and educators to understand their needs.
• Grow a strong database of talented educators.
• Provide market-leading recruitment solutions.
• Ensure high quality standards in matching educators to schools.
• Hit and exceed performance targets.

Skills

Sales focused

People-centric

Resilient

Agile

Passionate about Primary Education

Job description

Overview

Recruitment Consultant- Primary Education

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

This range is provided by Teaching Personnel. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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!

We are on an exciting journey of growth and we are looking for a driven and talented Trainee Recruitment Consultant to be part of our Manchester South Primary branch.

Who We Are: Manchester Primary Region

Sitting within the wider Teaching Personnel team, we are a nimble and energetic team of four, in Manchester city centre. We love working together and welcoming new colleagues, who are always supported to learn and develop as they begin an exciting new chapter within their career - after all, we've all been there! We are straight talkers and value open and fluid communication - it is our strong belief that everyone's thoughts and ideas count in our journey of continuous improvement. We work hard, but we also have fun and celebrate our successes.

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.

Plus…

• 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.
• Passionate - while working in Primary Education previously isn't a deal breaker, having good working knowledge of and passion for this sector would be an advantage.

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!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development
• Education

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Teaching Personnel by 2x

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Trafford Park, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago

Manchester Area, United Kingdom 3 days ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Manchester Area, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Rochdale, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

Manchester Area, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago

Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Manchester Area, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Manchester Area, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Manchester Area, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Warrington, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Senior Recruitment Consultant (Melbourne, Australia)

Manchester Area, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Principal Recruitment Consultant – Education Desk

Manchester Area, United Kingdom 2 days ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.