Job Description

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Job details

Posted 23 September 2025
Salary 35000 - 45000 per annum + Commission and Benefits
LocationNorthampton
Job type Auxo Recruitment
Discipline HR, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition, Sales & Business Development
Reference161671_1758637825
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Job description

Principal Recruiter - Education - Northampton c. 35,000 - 40,000 p.a. (depending on experience) + Commission

Are you an experienced

Education Recruitment Professional

ready to take the next step in your career?




Join one of the UK's leading, award-winning education recruitment agencies at our Northampton office, where you'll be part of a supportive, high-performing team working across Northants and Oxford and the surrounding areas.




This is a fantastic opportunity to inherit a warm, high-billing desk with established school partnerships and excellent earning potential from day one.

About Us

We specialise in placing teaching and support staff into primary, secondary, SEND schools, and nurseries. In addition to our direct school relationships, we offer

Managed Service Provider (MSP) solutions

to schools and multi-academy trusts, delivering a strategic, scalable approach to recruitment and workforce management.

What We're Looking For

Minimum of 12 months' experience in education recruitment Proven track record of billing success and 360 desk management Strong business development and relationship-building skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (for school visits) A genuine passion for the education sector

Working Hours

Hybrid model: 2-3 days working from home/office Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:30pm Friday: 7:00am - 2.30pm

What We Offer

Up to 45,000 basic salary (depending on experience) Uncapped commission with accelerator bonuses and quarterly incentives Annual trips abroad for high achievers Structured training and development via our in-house L&D team 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with uncapped paid leave from year 2) Benefits package including: + Pension scheme & death in service cover + Employee Assistance Programme and eye care support
+ Discounted gym membership
+ Cycle to Work scheme and weekly fruit deliveries

Your Responsibilities

Manage and grow a successful desk placing education staff across a range of settings Build long-term relationships with schools and education professionals Conduct client meetings, school visits, and candidate interviews Drive new business opportunities across Kent and the wider area Achieve personal and team revenue targets in a fast-paced environment Reduced hours during school holidays

Apply Today

If you're ready to step up into a Principal Recruiter role and thrive in a supportive, ambitious environment, apply now and we'll be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.