Recruitment Consultant

Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years. Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.

We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.

Pay Range

£30,000 - £38,000

Join Reed’s nationally recognised Education recruitment team, supporting schools and educational settings across the UK. With over 65 years’ experience and partnerships spanning more than 10% of UK schools, Reed is a trusted leader in supplying high-quality teaching and support staff.

As a Recruitment Consultant in our Education division, you’ll play a key role in sourcing and placing exceptional professionals across early years, primary, secondary and SEND settings. Leveraging Reed’s extensive national network, access to nearly one million teaching professionals, and best‑in‑class recruitment tools, you’ll help schools secure the staff they need—whether long-term, permanent, or urgent same‑day supply (often within minutes).

Shape the future of education recruitment with your expertise. Recruitment in this space is fast-paced and rewarding, and your knowledge will be key to building strong relationships with schools and education professionals. With our industry-leading training, transparent career development framework, and a culture that values sector-specific insight, you’ll have the tools to excel. Enjoy uncapped commission on top of a competitive base salary while making a real impact in education.

• Experience in recruitment, resourcing, or sales is highly advantageous.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.
• Proactive and driven, with a commitment to achieving targets.
• Ethical approach to recruitment with a focus on quality and compliance.

If you're motivated, people‑focused, and passionate about supporting education, you’ll thrive in our fast‑paced, rewarding environment—backed by a national brand, industry experts, and strong career development opportunities.

Simply submit an application to express your interest.

If successful, Talent Acquisition will contact you to arrange a telephone interview. This may be followed by a video or face-to-face interview.

Feel what it’s like to truly belong…

All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role. Reed is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex-services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria.