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Recruitment Consultant

AcademicsSouthampton, Hampshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 16 Apr 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Recruitment Consultant role offers a fantastic opportunity to build a meaningful career in education recruitment, with a competitive salary and uncapped commission, while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model. You'll thrive here if you are driven, possess strong relationship-building skills, and are eager to impact the education sector by connecting talented professionals with schools. Apply now to join a leading agency with excellent growth potential and a supportive team environment.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
RecruitingSourcing

Job Description

Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector (Immediate Start)

Location: Southampton
Salary: 27k to 32k + Commission + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Recruitment, Education

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education? Do you have a proven track record in recruitment or sales? We are seeking a motivated and driven Recruitment Consultant to join our dynamic team, specializing in the education sector.

About the Role:

As a Recruitment Consultant for the education sector, you will play a key role in sourcing, recruiting, and placing talented education professionals across primary, secondary and SEN schools in the local area. You'll be responsible for managing both client and candidate relationships, ensuring high-quality placements, and contributing to our growing reputation within the education recruitment industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sourcing and attracting top talent in the education sector including teachers, teaching assistants, school leadership, and support staff
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with educational institutions and schools
  • Conducting interviews, reference checks, and skills assessments for candidates
  • Providing expert advice and support to both clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process
  • Meeting and exceeding recruitment targets and KPIs.
  • Managing a portfolio of clients, building long-term partnerships and understanding their recruitment need

Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience in recruitment, sales, or a customer-facing role (experience in the education sector is a plus)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • A strong work ethic, driven by achieving results and exceeding targets

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary with uncapped commission scheme
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities
  • Supportive and inclusive team environment
  • Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and tools
  • Work within a thriving industry with excellent long-term potential in education recruitment.

Benefits:

  • Health and well-being initiatives
  • Pension scheme
  • Continuous training and career development programs

If you're looking to kick start your career as a recruitment consultant in the Southampton area, and hoping to join a rapidly expanding, hugely successful business, with a great reputation and one of the lowest turnovers of staff in recruitment, then speak to us.

Email your CV or contact Craig Walker. Craig is very happy to discuss the role in more detail.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

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