Recruitment Consultant – Education Recruitment

About the role

Join Reed’s nationally recognised Education recruitment team and help schools across the UK secure the teaching and support staff they need. As a Recruitment Consultant you will work with a vast network of educators and use industry‑leading tools to match candidates with permanent, temporary and urgent supply roles.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with local schools and educational settings.
• Source, interview and place teachers, teaching assistants and SEND specialists.
• Provide same‑day supply cover for urgent staffing needs.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from job brief to successful placement.
• Ensure safeguarding and compliance standards are met throughout the process.
• Grow your desk through proactive business development and client outreach.

Required profile

• Experience in recruitment, resourcing or sales is highly advantageous.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, target‑driven mindset with an ethical approach to recruitment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission.
• Private medical cover, wellbeing hub, cycle‑to‑work scheme and assistance programme.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity and professional development.
• Funded training, clear progression pathways and recognition schemes.