Business Manager

Business Manager - SEND

Academics London Full-time | Permanent

Academics is a leading national education recruitment agency, specialising in the supply of teachers and education professionals to schools across the UK. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Business Manager to lead and develop our SEND team based in London.

The Role - Business Manager

As Business Manager for the SEND team, you will be responsible for managing a high-performing team of consultants, driving business growth, and delivering an exceptional recruitment service to schools and candidates. This is a key leadership role with both strategic and hands-on responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop the SEND recruitment team to achieve and exceed targets

Drive new business development while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients

Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and education regulations

Set team objectives, monitor performance, and provide ongoing coaching and support

Work closely with senior management to implement growth strategies for the SEND division

Ensure a high-quality, ethical, and candidate-focused recruitment service

About You

Proven experience in education recruitment, ideally within SEND

Previous management or team-lead experience within a recruitment environment

Strong billing background with a track record of achieving targets

Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

Commercially minded with a passion for SEND education and inclusion

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment

What We Offer

Competitive salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure

Clear career progression within a well-established and respected agency

Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunity to make a genuine impact within SEND education

If you are an ambitious recruitment professional looking to take the next step in your career and lead a specialist SEND team in London, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Academics and help shape the future of SEND recruitment.

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