Recruitment Consultant - Education
CV-LibraryBristol, City of BristolpermanentPosted: 27 April 2026
Apply NowEducation Recruitment Consultant – Primary Desk £27,000–£35,000 basic + Uncapped Commission OTE £65,000–£85,000 Bristol (Whiteladies Road, Clifton) – Free Parking + Excellent Transport Links
This is amazing desk with real earning potential!
Are you a driven, people-focused recruiter ready to take ownership of a thriving desk and earn serious money?
Join Education People, a highly respected boutique recruitment agency with 18 years’ success, and step into a well-established Primary desk covering schools in the South West
This is a genuine opportunity to grow an already successful desk, build long-term relationships with schools and teachers, and enjoy uncapped commission with the full support of an experienced, down-to-earth team.
What You’ll Do
* Manage and grow a profitable, well-established Primary desk
* Account manage long-standing school clients and win new business
* Match and place registered teachers and support staff into day-to-day cover, long-term contracts, and permanent roles
* Recruit and register high-quality candidates (LinkedIn, job boards, careers fairs, networking)
* Write compelling job adverts and run proactive sourcing campaigns
* Conduct school visits and deliver exceptional customer service
* Drive desk growth through targeted business development.
The role is fast-paced, varied, and you’ll see your results quickly — perfect for someone who thrives on targets and enjoys real ownership.
What We’re Looking For
* Degree-educated (or equivalent recruitment/sales experience)
* 6+ months’ experience in a target-driven, phone-based role (recruitment, telesales, call centre, or similar)
* Confident communicator with strong phone and written skills
* Ambitious, resilient, and hungry to build a rewarding recruitment career
* Proactive “can-do” attitude and a genuine interest in education
* Previous recruitment experience is advantageous but not essential — we provide excellent training.
What You’ll Get
£27k–£35k basic salary (depending on experience)
* Uncapped commission — top performers on this desk regularly achieve £65k–£85k OTE
* 24 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
* Reduced hours every 6 weeks during school holidays
* Full in-house training and ongoing support from a team with 30+ years’ combined expertise
* Company pension
* 1 WFH day per month (once established)
* Regular team socials and a genuinely supportive, non-corporate culture
* Free on-site parking + superb location on trendy Whiteladies Road, Clifton (5 mins from Clifton Down station)
This is amazing desk with real earning potential!
Are you a driven, people-focused recruiter ready to take ownership of a thriving desk and earn serious money?
Join Education People, a highly respected boutique recruitment agency with 18 years’ success, and step into a well-established Primary desk covering schools in the South West
This is a genuine opportunity to grow an already successful desk, build long-term relationships with schools and teachers, and enjoy uncapped commission with the full support of an experienced, down-to-earth team.
What You’ll Do
* Manage and grow a profitable, well-established Primary desk
* Account manage long-standing school clients and win new business
* Match and place registered teachers and support staff into day-to-day cover, long-term contracts, and permanent roles
* Recruit and register high-quality candidates (LinkedIn, job boards, careers fairs, networking)
* Write compelling job adverts and run proactive sourcing campaigns
* Conduct school visits and deliver exceptional customer service
* Drive desk growth through targeted business development.
The role is fast-paced, varied, and you’ll see your results quickly — perfect for someone who thrives on targets and enjoys real ownership.
What We’re Looking For
* Degree-educated (or equivalent recruitment/sales experience)
* 6+ months’ experience in a target-driven, phone-based role (recruitment, telesales, call centre, or similar)
* Confident communicator with strong phone and written skills
* Ambitious, resilient, and hungry to build a rewarding recruitment career
* Proactive “can-do” attitude and a genuine interest in education
* Previous recruitment experience is advantageous but not essential — we provide excellent training.
What You’ll Get
£27k–£35k basic salary (depending on experience)
* Uncapped commission — top performers on this desk regularly achieve £65k–£85k OTE
* 24 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
* Reduced hours every 6 weeks during school holidays
* Full in-house training and ongoing support from a team with 30+ years’ combined expertise
* Company pension
* 1 WFH day per month (once established)
* Regular team socials and a genuinely supportive, non-corporate culture
* Free on-site parking + superb location on trendy Whiteladies Road, Clifton (5 mins from Clifton Down station)