Recruitment Consultant

About the Role

Join Supporting Education Group, the leading education services platform in the UK, as an Education Recruitment Consultant based in our Preston office. Offering a competitive base salary ranging from 3,000 to 34,000 depending on experience, plus an uncapped commission with 5,000 to 20,000 OTE. This full-time onsite role requires a UK driving licence and access to a car due to frequent travel to schools across your designated area.

Company Overview

Supporting Education Group provides expert education staffing solutions, connecting schools, trusts, and education organisations with skilled educators to address critical workforce needs. Our Recruitment & Supply division ensures timely access to high-quality educators for urgent supply cover, long-term, and permanent roles. Leveraging the UK's largest pool of vetted teachers and support staff, adherence to robust safeguarding standards, and efficient booking technology, we deliver dependable, flexible staffing to maintain smooth classroom operations.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture strong partnerships with schools and educators to thoroughly understand their staffing requirements.
• Expand and maintain an extensive database of qualified educators and trusted school contacts.
• Stay informed about trends in education to offer innovative and market-leading recruitment solutions.
• Deliver exceptional service to ensure high-quality educator placements that meet school needs.
• Consistently meet and surpass recruitment targets, with achievements rewarded accordingly.

Candidate Profile

• A genuine passion for education and the desire to positively influence learning environments.
• Demonstrated sales acumen, preferably with experience in recruitment, direct sales, or customer service, thriving in a results-driven setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a people-focused approach, excelling at building durable relationships in dynamic and goal-oriented environments.
• Resilience and proactive attitude to overcome challenges within a fast-changing workplace.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while maintaining high service standards.
• Must have access to a car and a valid UK driving licence to support client visits and relationship building in the field.

Benefits

• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day added for each year of service up to 33 days, and the option to purchase up to 5 additional days (pro-rated for part-time roles).
• Enhanced paid family leave after probation to support new parents and long-term carers.
• Medical cash plan available post-probation to assist with everyday health expenses such as dental, optical, and prescriptions.
• Life insurance coverage from day one providing up to four times your salary, along with free access to 24/7 GP services, counselling, second medical opinions, physiotherapy, and lifestyle coaching.
• Employer pension contributions starting after three months' service.
• Access to discounts across various services to support your finances.
• Flexible benefits program to select options like extra holidays, healthcare, gym memberships, bicycles, electric vehicles, and Give As You Earn schemes after probation.
• Ongoing investment in employee development through training, learning opportunities, and career advancement.
• Three paid volunteer days annually, including two specifically dedicated to education-related volunteering activities.

Additional Information

Employment offers are contingent upon successful vetting checks in accordance with current laws and guidance. Candidates must have the rightful authorization to work in the UK as visa sponsorships are not provided.