Education Recruitment Consultant - Join the Team That's Shaping Futures!
£28,000 - £34,000 base salary depending on experience plus £5k to £25k extra in OTE
At Protocol Education, we don't just fill jobs-we change lives. We're in the business of connecting passionate educators with the schools that need them most, making a real impact in classrooms across the UK.
If you're ambitious, people-focused, and ready to build a career with purpose, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Why Join Protocol Education?
✔ Career that grows with you - Whether you're new to recruitment or an experienced consultant, we offer clear career progression, hands-on training, and regular opportunities for promotion.
✔ A supportive team - We work hard, celebrate success, and back each other every step of the way.
✔ Make a real difference - Help schools find incredible educators, and help educators find their perfect role. Every placement you make has an impact.
✔ Uncapped commission - The harder you work, the more you earn. Simple.
✔ Work-life balance - Hybrid working options available once you're established in the role.
✔ Perks & rewards - From wellness programs and referral bonuses to incentive prizes and exclusive discounts, we make sure our team feels valued.
What You'll Be Doing
Building relationships - Connect with schools and educators, understand their needs, and match the right people to the right opportunities.
Growing your network - Develop a strong candidate pipeline and expand your client base with expert guidance and support.
Becoming a trusted advisor - Engage with school decision-makers and offer tailored recruitment solutions.
Keeping up with education trends - Stay informed on what's happening in the sector to provide market-leading insights.
Hitting (and exceeding) targets - Drive your own success in a performance-led role where results are rewarded.
Who You Are
Sales-driven - Whether you've worked in recruitment, sales, or customer service, you thrive in a target-driven environment.
Confident & people-focused - You love building relationships, talking to people, and making connections.
Resilient & ambitious - You're self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn and grow.
Organised & adaptable - You can juggle multiple tasks and stay ahead in a fast-paced setting.
Passionate about education - You understand the impact of great teaching (even if you haven't worked in education before).
✨ Benefits that actually make a difference
Uncapped Commission Structure
️28 days' holiday + bank holidays plus an extra day for every year you stay (up to 33) and option to buy up to 5 more days (all pro-rata for part time roles)
Enhanced paid family leave (after probation pass) to help new parents and long-term carers
Medical cash plan (after probation pass) making contributions towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and prescriptions
Life insurance from day one (up to 4x salary) PLUS free wellbeing support with access to 24/7 GP, counselling, medical second opinions, physiotherapy and lifestyle coaching
Pension contributions from both of us (after 3 months)
Discounts access to different options to help your money go further
Flexible benefits you choose such as extra holiday, healthcare, bikes, gym, electric cars & Give As You Earn (after probation pass)
Learn & grow with us we invest in your development with ongoing learning, training and career growth opportunities
Volunteer days 3 paid volunteer days each year, with two dedicated to education