Join a Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner and make a real difference in the education sector as an Education Recruitment Consultant.
We are seeking a dedicated and results-driven Education Recruitment Consultant to join our dynamic team in our Bristol office. In this role, you will be responsible for attracting and recruiting exceptional teaching professionals and support staff for educational institutions across your assigned area, whilst using your strong business development skills to attract new business and further develop existing relationships. You'll work in a rewarding environment, where you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the education sector. If you have the passion for education and the drive to succeed, we want you on our team!
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage strong relationships with both schools and candidates
- Utilise a variety of recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent within the education sector
- Interview and screen potential candidates to match their skills and aspirations with suitable positions
- Provide exceptional client service, working to understand the exact needs of schools and offering tailored recruitment solutions
- Work to specific targets and KPIs, with the focus on placing quality candidates and building a sustainable talent pipeline
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the education sector, including current trends, challenges, and opportunities
- Attend networking events, career fairs, and school functions to increase brand awareness and candidate attraction
- Advise both clients and candidates on industry standards, salary levels, and career opportunities
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and ethical standards within the education and recruitment industries
- Utilise our CRM system to manage candidate data, client information, and track all stages of the recruitment process
Skills and Experience:
- Previous experience in a full 360 recruitment role is essential, and ideally within the education sector
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong business development abilities and a proactive approach to building relationships
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
- Great negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with the UK education system and qualifications would be an advantage
Benefits:
- Competitive basic salary - £28k to £35k depending on previous experience
- Highly attractive commission scheme
- Work from home options after initial training period
- Full time permanent role, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (shift patterns between 7am and 6pm)
- Reduced working hours during school holidays
- Late start/early finish every Friday during term time
- Extended lunch breaks
- Income Protection & Death in Service scheme
- Staff discount and wellbeing package - including access to an Employee Assistance Programme
About Axcis:
Axcis Education is proudly part of Edwin, a Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, for the fourth consecutive year. Rated 'Excellent' by our people across the board, meaning year after year, our people continue to tell us that Edwin is a place where they feel trusted, valued and inspired to succeed.
Established in 2001, Axcis is the market leading Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) recruitment company. With offices throughout the UK and an exclusive relationship with nasen (National Association for Special Educational Needs), we provide teachers and support staff to schools nationwide and offer temporary and permanent placements for TAs, HLTAs, LSAs, therapists, teachers, SENCOs, Deputies and Head Teachers.
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