Recruitment Team Leader

Visionedu; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team as a Recruitment Team Leader, where you will manage client relationships, attract new business, and place educators in roles. Enjoy a supportive culture with uncapped commission and opportunities for career growth. Work in a modern office environment while making a meaningful impact in education recruitment.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Free onsite parking

Enhanced parental leave

Flexible holiday hours

Team events and incentives

Ongoing training and career growth

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of billing experience in education recruitment.
• Full UK driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Managing relationships with a large client base, including schools.
• Using sales, marketing, and networking to attract new business.
• Placing educators in roles and managing applications.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Relationship Building

Sales Skills

Education

1 year of billing experience in education recruitment

Tools

Salesforce

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Recruitment Team Leader – Join a Team That’s Redefining Education Recruitment!

Location: Ferry Road Office Park, Preston

Hours: Full Time

• 7.30am – 4pm x2 days per week
• 7.30am - 5pm x2 days per week
• 7.30am – 4.30pm Fridays
• Work from home Wednesdays
• Enjoy reduced hours (9am – 3pm) during school holidays

About Us

Vision for Education is part of The Edwin Group, a Top 10 UK Employer (Sunday Times Best Places to Work). Rated ‘Excellent’ by our people, we’re known for employee engagement, ethical leadership, and a purpose-driven culture.

As a carbon-neutral, ESG-certified organisation, we support the UN Sustainable Development Goals and promote wellbeing, inclusivity, and climate action.

Why Join Us?

• A warm desk and uncapped commission opportunities
• Supported progression to Branch Manager
• A fun, high-performing, team-first culture
• Make a meaningful difference in education

We celebrate individuality but are united by drive, values, and passion.

The Role – What You'll Be Doing

This is a fast-paced, people-first role combining recruitment, sales, and account management:

• Managing relationships with a large client base, including schools that work exclusively with us
• Using sales, marketing, and networking to attract new business
• Developing business through relationship-building and outreach
• Visiting schools and deepening engagement
• Placing educators in roles
• Building talent pools via social media, headhunting, and networking
• Managing applications, interviews, references, and placements
• Tracking progress using Salesforce
• Supporting schools with sponsorship opportunities
• Acting as an ESG ambassador, promoting and complying with ESG policies

Who We’re Looking For

You should be a proactive, experienced recruiter eager to grow your desk and impact:

• At least 1 year of billing experience in education recruitment
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Strong, consultative communication skills
• Organised, resilient, self-motivated
• Relationship-builder and team player
• Target-driven with ethical practices

What You’ll Get In Return

• Uncapped commission
• Free onsite parking
• Enhanced parental leave
• Flexible holiday hours
• Team events and incentives
• Ongoing training and career growth
• Modern, supportive office environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in education

Next Steps

Click ‘Apply Now’ with your CV to join a passionate, ambitious company.

Process

• Screening to assess your skills and passion
• Phone call with our Talent Team
• First interview with your potential manager
• Branch shadowing opportunity
• Final interview with a Senior Stakeholder

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any grounds.