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Recruitment Consultant – Education Sector


Company : Permanent People Rec2Rec


Location : manchester, north west england


Created : 2025-08-11


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Recruitment Consultant – Education SectorManchesterSalary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE + Uncapped CommissionWe're working with one of the UK’s market leaders in education recruitment, and they’re looking to appoint an experienced Education Recruitment Consultant to join their high-performing team in Manchester.This is an outstanding opportunity to join a company consistently rated “Excellent” by its employees and recognised by The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 & 2024.The RoleYou’ll be working with primary schools across Greater Manchester, recruiting high-quality teaching and support staff for short, long-term, and permanent placements.This is a 360 recruitment position that offers autonomy, a well-established client base, and a fun, supportive team culture.Key responsibilities include:Full 360 recruitment responsibilities – business development, candidate attraction, and placementBuilding strong, consultative relationships with schools and educatorsUsing CRM and social media tools for candidate sourcing and marketingVisiting client schools and maintaining long-term partnershipsManaging interviews, shortlisting, and placementsWorking collaboratively with a team while managing your own deskWhat You NeedMUST have prior experience in education recruitment – this is essentialStrong business development and sales skillsHighly organised with excellent time managementResilient, self-motivated, and driven to succeedConfident communicator, both in person and over the phonePassion for delivering exceptional customer service to both clients and candidatesWhat’s On OfferBasic salary up to £40,000 DOEOpen-ended commission schemeFantastic career progression opportunitiesCompany/team performance incentives throughout the yearReduced working hours during school holidays (9am-3pm)Flexible working – work from home WednesdaysEnhanced maternity/paternity leaveExtra day off for your birthdayRegular team social eventsFriendly and professional team environmentFree on-site parkingWorking HoursFull time:Mon & Tue: 7:30am – 4:00pmThu & Fri: 7:30am – 5:00pmWed: Work from homeFri: 7:30am – 4:30pmSchool holidays: 9:00am – 3:00pmInterested?If you're an experienced education recruiter looking for a supportive environment and a role that offers autonomy, rewards, and long-term career growth - we want to hear from you.Apply today or contact Beth Long at Permanent People R2R for a confidential discussion.