SEND Education Recruitment Consultant London | Warm Desk | £40k–£50k
SEND Education Recruitment Consultant – London
Job Snapshot
Job Title: SEND Education Recruitment Consultant
Location: London
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 Basic + Uncapped Commission
Sector: Education Recruitment
Specialism: SEND Recruitment
Working Pattern: Full Time | Hybrid (2 Days Working From Home)
Desk: Warm, Established SEND Desk
Experience Required: Previous Education Recruitment Experience Essential
Support: Dedicated Resourcing Team, Compliance Team and Experienced Back Office
Benefits: Free Onsite Parking, Onsite Gym, Reduced Hours During School Holidays, Clear Career Progression, Multicultural & Inclusive Workplace
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced SEND Education Recruitment Consultant to inherit an established, income-generating desk with an award-winning education recruitment agency in London.
Offering a basic salary between £40,000 and £50,000, hybrid working with two days working from home each week, and uncapped commission, this role allows you to focus on building relationships and growing revenue while an experienced back-office team manages candidate attraction, compliance and administration.
If you’re an education recruiter looking to inherit a genuine warm desk rather than spending months building one from scratch, this could be one of the strongest opportunities currently available within the London education recruitment market.
About the Company
Our client is an established education recruitment agency that has built an excellent reputation supplying schools across London and the Home Counties.
Operating across Primary, Secondary and SEND education, the business has grown consistently through long-term relationships, high service standards and an excellent reputation within the education sector.
Unlike many recruitment agencies that expect consultants to manage every aspect of a recruitment desk, this business has invested heavily in specialist operational teams, allowing recruiters to spend more time generating revenue and less time dealing with administration.
The company has created a genuinely collaborative culture where recruiters receive the support they need without unnecessary micromanagement.
The office reflects the diverse communities the business supports, with a multicultural and inclusive workforce where different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are welcomed and respected.
The Opportunity
This opportunity centres around an established SEND recruitment desk with existing schools, recurring business and long-standing client relationships already in place.
Rather than spending months building a desk from zero, you’ll inherit existing clients, ongoing bookings and immediate billing opportunities from your first day.
The role is ideal for an experienced education recruiter who enjoys developing relationships, expanding existing accounts and identifying new opportunities within schools and academy trusts.
Supported by dedicated Resourcing, Compliance and Back Office teams, you’ll have the freedom to concentrate on growing your desk while specialist colleagues handle much of the administration and candidate delivery.
What You’ll Be Doing
Your role will include:
- Managing a large established SEND recruitment desk across London and the surrounding areas.
- Developing relationships with existing schools and education clients.
- Growing revenue through existing accounts and strategic business development.
- Supplying SEND Teachers, Teaching Assistants and Education Support Staff.
- Identifying additional opportunities within existing client schools.
- Meeting Headteachers, SENDCOs, School Business Managers and senior education leaders.
- Negotiating commercial agreements and recruitment solutions.
- Working closely with dedicated Resourcing Consultants to ensure candidate availability.
- Collaborating with Compliance professionals to ensure candidates meet safeguarding requirements.
- Building long-term partnerships that generate repeat business.
A Recruitment Structure Designed Around Recruiters
One of the biggest advantages of joining this business is the support structure already in place.
Many experienced education recruiters become frustrated because too much of their week is spent completing administration, chasing references or managing compliance.
Here, specialist teams take ownership of those responsibilities.
Dedicated Resourcing Team
An experienced Resourcing team focuses on attracting, interviewing and engaging high-quality education professionals, allowing you to spend more time with schools and clients.
Experienced Compliance Team
Education recruitment relies on excellent safeguarding standards.
A dedicated Compliance department manages references, DBS checks, Right to Work documentation and candidate clearances, ensuring schools receive fully compliant staff while reducing your administrative workload.
Strong Back Office Support
The business has invested heavily in experienced operational and back-office teams that keep desks running efficiently.
Instead of being distracted by paperwork and administration, you’ll have the support needed to focus on growing your business, strengthening client relationships and increasing your earnings.
Hybrid Working & Working Environment
The company believes experienced recruiters perform best when trusted.
You’ll work within a supportive environment offering:
- Hybrid working with two days working from home each week
- Modern London office
- Free onsite parking
- Free onsite gym membership
- Reduced working hours during school holidays
- Inclusive and multicultural workplace
- Collaborative leadership team
- Regular incentives and team events
You’ll have the flexibility and support needed to perform at your best while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.
Salary & Benefits
- £40,000–£50,000 basic salary
- Excellent uncapped commission structure
- Genuine warm SEND desk
- Existing schools and recurring revenue
- Hybrid working (2 days from home)
- Reduced hours during school holidays
- Free onsite parking
- Free onsite gym membership
- Dedicated Resourcing Team
- Dedicated Compliance Team
- Experienced Back Office Support
- Ongoing training and development
- Clear progression opportunities
- Diverse and inclusive workplace
Who Would This Role Suit?
This role is designed for experienced education recruiters who want to inherit a successful desk rather than starting again.
You’ll already understand the education recruitment market and be confident building relationships with schools and education professionals.
This opportunity would suit:
- SEND Education Recruitment Consultants
- Senior Education Recruitment Consultants
- Primary or Secondary Education Recruiters looking to move into SEND
- Experienced Teacher Supply Recruiters
- Education Recruiters looking for stronger operational support
- High-performing consultants seeking a better work-life balance
Previous education recruitment experience is essential.
Career Progression
The business has an excellent track record of promoting from within.
As the company continues to grow, opportunities regularly arise within senior recruitment, team leadership and management.
Recruiters who consistently perform well are recognised, supported and given genuine opportunities to progress their careers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a warm desk?
Yes. You’ll inherit a large established SEND desk with existing client relationships, recurring business and immediate billing opportunities.
Do I need education recruitment experience?
Yes. Previous education recruitment experience is essential for this role.
Is SEND experience essential?
No. While SEND recruitment experience would be beneficial, experienced Primary or Secondary education recruiters with a strong billing background will also be considered.
Is hybrid working available?
Yes. You’ll work from home two days each week.
Who manages compliance?
A dedicated Compliance department manages safeguarding, references and candidate clearances.
Is there candidate support?
Yes. Dedicated Resourcing Consultants support your desk by attracting and engaging quality candidates.
What salary is available?
The basic salary ranges from £40,000 to £50,000, depending on your experience and billing history, together with an excellent uncapped commission scheme.
Candidate Questions Answered
Why is this role different from most education recruitment jobs?
Many education recruiters spend too much time dealing with administration and compliance. This business has invested in specialist teams, allowing consultants to focus on building relationships, generating revenue and growing their desks.
Why would I move for this opportunity?
Warm SEND desks with established revenue rarely become available. Combined with hybrid working, excellent operational support and genuine career progression, this offers a strong platform for experienced education recruiters looking to maximise both earnings and work-life balance.
Is SEND recruitment a growing market?
Yes. Demand for SEND Teachers, Teaching Assistants and specialist education professionals continues to grow across London, making SEND one of the strongest sectors within education recruitment.
Will I receive support?
Absolutely. You’ll work alongside experienced Resourcing Consultants, Compliance professionals and Back Office teams, allowing you to focus on delivering results rather than managing administration.
Why Fox Search?
Fox Search specialises exclusively in Recruitment to Recruitment. We partner with leading education recruitment agencies across the UK, introducing experienced recruiters to opportunities that are often never advertised publicly.
Every conversation is handled in complete confidence.
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If you’re an experienced Education Recruitment Consultant looking to inherit a warm SEND desk within a supportive, growing and highly respected education recruitment agency, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.
This is an opportunity to join a business where you’ll spend less time on administration, more time building relationships and have every chance to maximise your earnings and progress your career.
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