Recruitment Consultant

Secondary Schools Recruitment Consultant - Academics
Elstead, Surrey (Near Guildford)

Are you a driven, people-focused professional with a passion for supporting secondary education?

Whether you're an experienced recruiter or an ambitious individual looking to begin a career in education recruitment, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join Academics as a Secondary Schools Recruitment Consultant.

About Us

Academics is a leading UK education recruitment agency based in Elstead, Surrey, near Guildford. We specialise in providing high-quality teaching and support staff to schools across the region. Our Secondary Division plays a vital role in connecting outstanding teachers, support staff and leaders with the schools that need them most.

Position Overview

As a Secondary Schools Recruitment Consultant, you will work closely with secondary schools to understand their staffing needs and provide a tailored, high-quality recruitment service. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building long-term relationships, and is motivated by helping schools secure excellent candidates.

You will work across a wide range of secondary roles-including subject teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, pastoral staff and school leaders-ensuring exceptional service for both candidates and schools.

Key Responsibilities

Build strong, trusting relationships with secondary schools to understand their staffing requirements
Source, screen and interview candidates for a wide variety of secondary school roles
Manage the full recruitment cycle from initial vacancy to successful placement
Grow and maintain a high-quality pipeline of candidates
Ensure excellent service standards for both clients and candidates
Stay informed about secondary education trends, curriculum changes, and staffing needs
Contribute to the wider success and growth of the Secondary Division Requirements

For Trainee Consultants:

A bachelor's degree or relevant experience (education background advantageous)
Confident communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask
A proactive, resilient and ambitious mindset

For Experienced Consultants:

Proven success in recruitment-education recruitment and/or Secondary sector highly desirable
Strong client management skills and existing relationships within the education community
A results-driven approach with a track record of achieving targets
Ability to work strategically to grow a secondary desk Academics is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Join us in strengthening secondary education across Sussex and Surrey - apply today and become a valued part of our Secondary Schools team