Job Description
Job Title: Recruitment Consultant - Education Salary: £28,750 - £40,950 + Uncapped Commission (No Threshold)Location: West Malling, Kent - office based
About Us
We are a passionate, high-ene28750rgy recruitment agency with a mission to connect talented professionals with inspiring opportunities in the education sector. Our workplace culture is fun, fast-paced, and supportive, built on collaboration, recognition, and a shared drive for success. With an impressive client base and a reputation for excellence, we are proud to be a trusted recruitment partner to schools across the UK.
The Role: 360 Recruitment Consultant
You’ll take full ownership of your desk and enjoy variety every day — from client development and relationship building, to candidate sourcing and placements. It’s a dynamic, fulfilling role that offers real opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Developing new business through outbound sales calls to schools and educational settings
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships to understand hiring needs
* Attending client meetings, school visits, and local networking events
* Sourcing, attracting, and interviewing high-quality teaching and support staff
* Matching candidates to suitable roles and managing the placement process
* Maintaining a strong candidate pool and accurate client database
* Meeting targets and KPIs aligned with your progression goals
* Collaborating with compliance and sales support teams to ensure smooth onboarding
Who We’re Looking For
If you’re motivated by results and thrive in a buzzing, target-driven environment, this could be the perfect fit. We’re looking for someone who is energetic, resilient, and ready to build a rewarding career.
Key qualities and experience:
* Previous education recruitment agency experience is essential
* Determination, self-motivation, and resilience under pressure
* Experience working to KPIs or sales targets
* Background in a customer-facing or sales-based role
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
* Strong organisation, time management and attention to detail
* Confident negotiator with a persuasive manner
* Willingness to learn and grow through feedback
What You’ll Get
We believe in investing in our people. You’ll benefit from tailored training, ongoing coaching, and clear progression paths in a company that’s growing fast.
Benefits include:
* Uncapped commission with no threshold
* Clear career progression with regular promotion opportunities
* Reduced working hours during school holidays for improved work-life balance
* 23 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service)
* An extra day off for your birthday and a life admin day
* Charity day - a paid day off to volunteer for a cause of your choice
* Access to a fantastic healthcare and wellbeing plan
* Regular company events and celebrations
Working Hours:
* Term Time:
o 1x 7:30am - 5:30pm
o 2x 7:30am - 5:00pm
o 2x 7:30am - 4:30pm
* Reduced and flexible working hours during school holidays