Primary Recruitment Consultant

Join Our Team as a Primary Recruitment Consultant

Are you ready to take your career to the next level or looking to transition into something new? Teaching Personnel is expanding, and we're looking for a dynamic individual to join our Plymouth team as a Primary Education Consultant. This exciting opportunity comes from our team's growth and internal promotions, highlighting our commitment to nurturing talent and fostering professional development.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

Leading the Industry:
Teaching Personnel is the UK's top education recruitment agency, part of the dynamically growing Supporting Education Group. With over 80 branches across England & Wales, we are the first choice for more than 12,000 job seekers annually, partnering with over 5,000 schools each year. Since 1996, hundreds of thousands of teachers have trusted us for their career journeys.

Community and Reputation:
Our Plymouth branch is integral to our success, known for its professionalism, expertise, and unwavering commitment to the education sector. We pride ourselves on our strong community reputation and the positive feedback from schools, educators, and candidates alike.

Supportive Culture:
At Teaching Personnel, you're more than just a colleague; you're part of a supportive, sociable group that thrives in a collaborative environment. We foster an inclusive office culture built on mutual respect, where everyone's contribution is valued.

Professional Growth:
We believe in promoting from within and providing clear pathways for career advancement. Whether you aspire to lead a team, manage client relationships, or drive strategic initiatives, we offer the training and support you need to achieve your goals.

Innovative Resources:
Access to market-leading technology and comprehensive training ensures you have the data, insights, and resources to succeed. Our cutting-edge tools and systems set us apart from other recruitment agencies.

Attractive Benefits

• Generous Holiday Entitlement: Increasing with service. Weekends and Bank Holidays off.
• Performance Bonuses: Additional cash incentives on top of your quarterly commission. 
• Annual Award Nights and Local Incentives: Exciting events and prizes to reward you for your commitment. 
• Shut Down Over Christmas and New Year: Enjoy time off during the festive season.
• Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work from home and the office (after probation period).
• Sabbatical Leave: Available after 2 years of service.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for promotion four times per year (every quarter).
• Professional Development: Dedicated team for continuous professional development.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Scheme: Promote sustainable commuting.
• Company Mobility: Opportunities to work across the company and other companies within the SEG Group.
• Discounts and Perks: Gym memberships, retailer discounts, and cinema tickets and a lot more.
• Contributory Pension, Life Assurance and Dental Cover: Secure your future.

The Role

Position: Primary Education Consultant
Location: Plymouth Office
Salary: Up for discussion based on experience and what you can bring to the role
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (12-week probation)

As a Primary Education Consultant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the recruitment and development of staff for a group of primary schools in the region. Your responsibilities will include sourcing and vetting quality candidates, matching them with suitable roles, and providing ongoing support to schools and educators throughout the recruitment process.

A day in the life

Your typical day will be dynamic and fast-paced. From conducting educator interviews to liaising with primary schools for service reviews and collaborating with colleagues, each day presents new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. Our shifts range from 7:00 AM, with adjusted hours during the summer holidays to ensure work-life balance.

Who we're looking for

We're seeking individuals ready to embrace a new challenge and embark on a rewarding career journey with us. The ideal candidate will have experience in a pressured role and seek a company where they can grow and develop professionally. They will possess excellent communication skills, resilience, and a genuine passion for making a positive impact in education.

You’ll thrive in our team if you:

• Are passionate about the difference education can make, regardless of your prior sector experience.

• Love talking to people and excel in written communication.
• Think logically through stages of activities, plan, deliver, and follow-up.
• Are curious, inquisitive, and enjoy listening to people.
• Enjoy teamwork and demonstrate autonomy and initiative.

Ready to Join Us?

We are looking to start as soon as possible but will honor notice periods. If you're excited about this opportunity and what it would be like to work with us, don’t hesitate: send us your CV and we will be in touch shortly to discuss the next steps.

Choose Teaching Personnel, where your career in education recruitment will thrive and flourish.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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