Education Recruitment - Compliance Officer
Location: Preston. 4 Days in office + 1 day working from home
Salary: £24k - £40k
Reports to: Head of Compliance
Division: Operations
We are a well-established and growing education recruitment agency supplying high-quality teaching and support staff to schools and academies across the UK.
Safeguarding, compliance, and quality assurance sit at the heart of everything we do, and we are now seeking a dedicated Compliance Officer to help maintain and enhance our robust compliance framework.
About the Role
As Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring all candidates, processes, and documentation meet current legislation, safeguarding standards, and industry best practice.
You will play a key role in protecting our clients, candidates, and reputation while supporting consultants to operate compliantly and efficiently
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Ensure full compliance with education recruitment regulations, including Safer Recruitment, Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), REC Audited Education, GDPR, and right-to-work requirements
Manage pre-employment compliance checks, including DBS, references, qualifications, and overseas checks
Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records within the CRM/ATS
Conduct regular compliance audits and spot checks
Keep up to date with changes in legislation and industry guidance and advise the business accordingly
Support recruitment consultants with compliance queries and best practice
Liaise with schools, local authorities, and external bodies where required
Prepare documentation for audits and inspections
What We're Looking For
You'll thrive in this role if you have:
Previous experience in a compliance role, ideally within education recruitment or a regulated recruitment environment
Strong understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment practices
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Confident working with systems, documents, and deadlines
Strong communication skills and the ability to challenge appropriately
Able to work independently while collaborating with wider teams
Why Join Us?
You'll be joining a passionate, supportive team where your work has real impact. With clear progression opportunities, the chance to lead a dedicated compliance function, and the ability to influence and improve processes company‑wide, this is a role where you can truly make your mark.
Market-leading earning potential at consultant level
Supportive, fun, and ambitious team culture
Flexible working (WFH options + reduced hours during school holidays)
28 days annual leave + your birthday off
Company incentives & events - including trips, socials, and more
1¼-hour lunch twice a week for gym/exercise
Company away trips, Masters Events & regular incentives
Regular team socials, office treats & company-wide events
Ready to Apply?
If you're excited to take the next step in your compliance career and help drive a culture of outstanding safeguarding, we'd love to hear from you!
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community