Recruitment Consultant in Newcastle upon Tyne

Vacancy Name: Recruitment Consultant

Vacancy Number: VN2663

Location: Newcastle

Employment Type: Permanent

About us

At Teaching Personnel, the UK’s market leading education recruitment agency, we don’t just match educators to jobs — we create opportunities that transform lives. Our mission is simple: to connect passionate educators with the schools that need them most, making a meaningful difference in classrooms across the UK. Whether you’re new to recruitment or an experienced consultant, we offer clear career progression, hands‑on training, and regular opportunities for promotion. So, if you’re passionate about education, thrive in a fast‑paced sales environment, and want to make a real difference to thousands of teachers and pupils every day, this could be the opportunity for you.

About the job

• Building strong relationships – engage with schools and educators to understand their needs and create the perfect matches.
• Expanding your network – grow a strong database of talented educators and trusted school partnerships.
• Becoming an expert – stay ahead of education trends to provide market‑leading recruitment solutions.
• Delivering exceptional service – ensure the highest quality standards in matching educators to schools.
• Achieving success – hitting and exceeding targets where your successes and results are rewarded.

About you

• Sales focused – your experience in recruitment, direct sales or customer service, means you excel in a performance‑driven environment to meet targets.
• People‑centric – you love building strong, lasting relationships by talking to people and thrive in a social, dynamic, goal‑oriented environment.
• Resilient – you see obstacles as opportunities and stay motivated and proactive in a fast‑paced setting.
• Agile – you can manage multiple priorities and juggle tasks efficiently while delivering outstanding service.
• Driver – ideally you with access to a car for getting out and about to meet your clients on a regular basis.

What we Offer

• Education Recruitment Consultant – Join the Team That’s Shaping Futures! £28,000–£34,000 base salary depending on experience plus uncapped commission
• Clear, structured promotion path – up to 4 promotions a year based on performance
• Additional perks: team incentives, hybrid working, wellness schemes, annual awards & more
• Uncapped Commission Structure – Real earning potential that rewards your hard work.
• 28 days’ holiday & bank holidays plus an extra day for every year you stay (up to 33) and option to buy up to 5 more days (all pro‑rata for part‑time roles).
• Enhanced paid family leave (after probation pass) to help new parents and long‑term carers.
• Medical cash plan (after probation pass) making contributions toward everyday health costs such as dental, optical and prescriptions.
• Life insurance from day one (up to 4× salary) PLUS free wellbeing support with access to 24/7 GP, counselling, medical second opinions, physiotherapy and lifestyle coaching.
• Pension contributions from both of us (after 3 months).
• Discounts access to different options to help your money go further.
• Flexible benefits you choose such as extra holiday, healthcare, bikes, gym, electric cars & Give As You Earn (after probation pass).
• Learn & grow with us – we invest in your development with ongoing learning, training and career growth opportunities.
• Volunteer days – 3 paid volunteer days each year, with two dedicated to education.

By joining Supporting Education Group, you will become part of a community that is dedicated to transforming lives and sustaining communities, where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your individuality is celebrated. Together, we will continue to advance our passion for education and build brighter futures for all.

Employment offers are subject to satisfactory vetting checks. These checks will be run in line with the latest guidance and legislation. You will need to already have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to offer any sponsorship(s) for visa applicants.