Recruitment Manager

Edwin supply; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment firm in Bristol is seeking a Recruitment Manager to support Primary schools across multiple regions. This role involves driving business success, training new consultants, and engaging with schools to place outstanding educators. Ideal candidates possess proven recruitment experience and exceptional communication skills, along with a strong ethical framework. The position offers competitive pay with uncapped commission and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Car allowance and free parking

Private healthcare package

Access to discounts on various services

Enhanced parental leave

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in education recruitment.
• Full UK driving licence with car access essential.
• Driven to exceed targets with ethical business practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive branch success with Branch Managers and Regional Director.
• Train and develop Trainee Recruitment Consultants.
• Attract business from client schools using sales techniques.
• Manage applications, interviews, and placements via Salesforce.

Skills

Education recruitment experience

Strong communication

Consultative sales style

Organised and resilient

Team player

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Recruitment Manager - Join a Team That's Redefining Education Recruitment!

Location: Spectrum Building, Bristol
Hours: Full Time
Work Schedule: 7:30am - 4pm x2 days per week, 7:30am - 5pm x2 days per week, 7:30am - 4:30pm Friday, Work from home Wednesday, 9am - 3pm during school holidays

About Us

Vision for Education is proudly part of The Edwin Group, a Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 for the third consecutive year. Rated 'Excellent' by our people across the board, we're known for world‑class employee engagement, ethical leadership, and purpose‑driven culture.
We are carbon‑neutral and ESG‑leading, creating positive change for schools, communities, and the planet. We support the UN Sustainable Development Goals and champion wellbeing, inclusivity, and climate action.

Why Join Us?

We're looking for an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant in education to join our friendly Bristol team, supporting Primary schools across Bristol, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and Oxfordshire. Build lasting client relationships and feel genuinely valued – this is the role for you.

The Role - What You'll Be Doing

• Help drive our branch's continued success and support growth with Branch Managers and Regional Director
• Train and develop Trainee Recruitment Consultants
• Attract business from client schools using sales, business development, and marketing techniques
• Drive business development through relationship‑building and outreach, visiting schools and deepening client engagement
• Find, engage, and place brilliant educators in the right roles; build talent pools using social media, headhunting, and networking
• Manage applications, interviews, references, and placements; track progress in Salesforce system
• Support schools with sponsorship opportunities and act as an ambassador for the Group's ESG strategy

Who We're Looking For

• Proven experience in education recruitment
• Full UK driving licence with car access (essential)
• Strong communicator with a consultative sales style
• Organised, resilient, self‑motivated, natural relationship‑builder and team player
• Driven to exceed targets while staying true to ethical business practices

What You'll Get in Return

• Uncapped commission
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off + option to buy more annual leave
• Car allowance and free parking on site
• Fantastic private healthcare package
• Access to thousands of offers and discounts on supermarkets, leisure activities, high‑street fashion and more
• Enhanced parental leave and flexible school holiday hours
• Regular team events, incentives, and celebrations
• Ongoing training and career development
• Modern, professional office with a supportive culture
• A chance to make a real difference in education

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Recruitment Career?

Click 'Apply Now' with your CV and join a company that's as ambitious and passionate as you are.

Process

• Screening Process – Fair assessment of candidates
• Phone Call with the Talent Team – Share questions about the role and next steps
• 1st Interview – Meet your potential manager and team members
• Branch Shadow – Taste of the role, sit with colleagues, ask questions
• Final Stage Interview – Meet a Senior Stakeholder in the business

Equal Opportunity

The Edwin Group do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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