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Business Development Manager – EducationSalary: Up to £65KLocation: Home-based (UK-wide travel required – Midlands-based preferred)Job Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout the Role:We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading national care and education provider for an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth across their specialist education services.In this key role, you will be responsible for increasing occupancy across schools and colleges, building strategic relationships with commissioners and stakeholders, and leading the development and marketing of new and existing educational services. You will work closely with senior leadership, operational and finance teams to identify opportunities, shape services, and align them with commissioning needs.This is a home-based role with regular UK travel, so flexibility and confidence in face-to-face relationship-building are essential.Key Responsibilities:Lead the development and marketing of education services across the organisationDrive occupancy through proactive engagement with commissioners and local authoritiesSupport and manage referral processes and work alongside education site teamsContribute to tenders, bids, and service modelling aligned with strategic goalsRepresent the organisation at promotional events and stakeholder meetingsWork cross-functionally with operations and finance to ensure commercial viabilityAbout You:Proven experience in a business development role within education, care, or health sectorsStrong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skillsCommercially astute with the ability to identify and act on growth opportunitiesConfident communicator with experience influencing at a senior levelComfortable working independently with regular travel across the UKWhy Apply?Join a forward-thinking, values-led organisation making a real difference in specialist educationWork in a strategic role with autonomy, responsibility, and growth potentialCompetitive salary with structured progression after probationBe part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team shaping the future of education servicesApply today to find out more or contact us for a confidential discussion.kate.field@