Education Recruitment Consultant

Company: Permanent People Rec2Rec

Location: Birmingham

Posted: April 11th, 2026

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Education Recruitment Consultant – Birmingham

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE + uncapped commission (No threshold)

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and expanding education recruitment business, seeking a passionate and experienced Education Recruitment Consultant to join their growing Birmingham team.

This role is focused on supplying schools across Birmingham and the surrounding areas, so experience in education recruitment is essential - specifically in registering teachers and teaching assistants and supplying staff to schools.

Their Values: Truth, Trust & Transparency

Their Vision: To add value at every key stage

They are looking for someone who shares these principles and is excited to build lasting relationships with schools and education professionals.

The ideal candidate will be:

Must have at least 12 months experience within an Education Recruitment agency working with both schools and candidates
Confident, outgoing, and highly organised
Experienced in building strong relationships with school leaders and education staff
Motivated by success and financially driven
Resilient, competitive, and eager to be the best
Skilled in communication - both written and verbal
A problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment
Willing to learn and grow within a supportive team culture

Key responsibilities:

Developing new business opportunities while managing and growing existing school relationships
Attracting, interviewing, and registering high-quality teachers and support staff
Becoming an expert in the education market across the Birmingham region
Understanding the individual staffing needs of each school and providing tailored solutions
Working collaboratively with a team who value support and shared success

What’s on offer:

15% - 20% uncapped commission with no threshold from day one
Autonomy to build your own business area - no micromanagement or rigid KPIs
Reduced flexible hours during school holidays
Competitive starting salary of £30,000 - £40,000, dependent on experience
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm
Dedicated in-house compliance officer to support you

Whether you’re an experienced recruiter looking for a fresh environment or a driven individual ready to take the next step in your education recruitment career, this is your opportunity to grow with a respected and values-led team.

To be considered for this role, you must have previous experience in education recruitment - specifically supplying staff to schools and registering teachers or teaching assistants.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Education, Business Development, and Sales
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting

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