University Recruiter

“My single favourite thing about the University Recruiter role is the fact that I get to do something that I am so passionate about every day. This is not just a ‘recruitment’ job, it’s so much more. I get to see the next generation of inspirational teachers getting ready to start their journey in the classroom.” Joel Greenwell, Leeds recruiter        

At Teach First we work with thousands of brilliant teachers, schools, universities and partners in England and Wales, helping young people to achieve their ambitions. Exceptional University Recruiters like Joel, play a pivotal role in ensuring we hit our ambitious cohort targets and we need more!       

The University Recruiter is responsible for targeting and recruiting talented individuals from a number of universities to apply to the four flag-ship Teach First graduate and undergraduate programmes (the Leadership Development Programme, Insight, Taster, Brand Managers).     

They plan and deliver all Teach First activity at those universities including creating a brand awareness strategy, designing and delivering key events and activities, line managing student brand managers, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and building a strong and diverse pipeline of future applicants for our programmes.        

Are you are looking for a diverse and varied role in a fast paced environment where two days are rarely the same?         

Are you motivated by targets and looking for a fast-paced environment?       

You’ll be out on campus a large portion of the time – are you prepared to travel?            

Are you resilient and able to juggle priorities accordingly?       

If this sounds like you, then join us in raising the brand of Teach First on campus to support the achievement of recruitment targets so that Teach First can place teachers where they are needed most to end educational inequality.         

Along with the satisfaction of knowing you are making a real difference, you will also receive £31,510 per annum plus excellent benefits. Roles based in London will also receive £3,000 London Weighting Allowance.       

The day when no child’s future is limited by their background is coming, yet, there is still more to be done. Apply today and help us ensure every child in the UK has a fair shot at their ambitions.