Education Recruitment Consultant in Sunderland

Location

Sunderland

Salary

Type

Full-time

*If your salary expectations do not meet our banding, please do still apply - salary banding is based on transferable skills, tenure, industry experience, and interview performance

Overview

Zen Educate is an online platform that gives schools instant access to fully vetted teachers and support staff.

Since launching in 2017, we’ve already saved schools over £30 million, that’s gone straight back to where it matters most.

AK Teaching are one of the largest, fastest growing agencies in the North East and we’ve joined forces to disrupt the market in the region even further.

• What this role looks like in practice
• Owning relationships with key schools, helping them hire smarter and faster.
• Leading school leaders through recruitment processes with a consultative approach.
• Picking up the phone and building genuine relationships—outbound calling is present, but the focus is on helping, not just selling.
• Collaborating with Sales, Ops, and our Tech team to ensure schools get the best possible experience.
• Rolling up your sleeves and diving into whatever’s needed—no two weeks look the same.
• Weekly activities may include talking with Headteachers about cost savings, sourcing a teacher matching school needs, expanding Zen usage with current clients, sharing product feedback, coordinating with Ops on tricky bookings, and brainstorming to improve pipeline.

Who you are

• Naturally enthusiastic and curious (we’ll train you on everything else).
• Confident on the phone, able to handle objections and build trust quickly.
• Proven track record of hitting sales targets (or achieving similar KPIs).
• A team player who enjoys being part of a close-knit group.
• Passionate about having a positive social impact, with a care for education being a bonus.
• Growth-minded and eager to learn and improve.
• What you might like or dislike

Every company has its tradeoffs, so here’s real talk to help you decide if this is the right fit.

You might love it if

• You want a role with tangible social impact.
• You like fast-paced environments where things are always evolving.
• You’re excited about working in a mission-driven startup that’s scaling rapidly.

You might find it tricky if

• You prefer highly structured corporate environments with fixed processes.
• You don’t like ambiguity; sometimes we’re building the plane while flying it.
• Picking up the phone and speaking with decision-makers feels uncomfortable.

What’s in it for you?

• Meaningful work – this isn’t just another Saa S tool; you’re helping schools save money and pay teachers more.
• Competitive salary + ownership in the company.
• 25 days holiday + UK public holidays.
• 1-on-1 coaching to support your growth.
• Life & Health Insurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Car Scheme.
• How we hire
• Quick chat with our recruiter to get to know you and cover the basics.
• Role-focused conversation about account management, building relationships, and hitting targets.
• Practical task and role play to assess real-world thinking in a school context.
• Culture chat with the team to ensure a good mutual fit.
• We are direct and transparent; if it’s a yes, great. If it’s a no, we’ll let you know quickly.
• Diversity & Inclusion

At Zen, we strive to build a culture of equity and inclusion, where everyone is respected, valued and appreciated for their unique traits, experiences and perspectives.

We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and equitable environment where our team can thrive, regardless of age, ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, disability, religion or beliefs.

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and perspectives and are committed to hiring the best people from a wide pool and fostering an inclusive culture where every voice is heard.

We seek a team that reflects the diversity of our community and promotes an equitable environment for all.

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