Early Years Account Manager

Early Years Account Manager – Education & Early Years

Location: Cheltenham
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid & Flexible Working
Salary: £25,000–£32,000 + Uncapped Commission

Why Join Class People?

• Competitive salary with uncapped commission potential

• Shorter working hours during school holidays

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off

• Additional annual leave for every year of service (up to 30 days)

• Christmas shutdown

• Clear opportunities for career progression

• Flexible and hybrid working options

• Fully funded recruitment qualifications

• Consistent personal development meetings

• Bi-annual “Natter with Naomi” – individual lunch with our MD

• Long-term candidate lunches

Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits

• Miscarriage leave

• Neonatal leave

• Enhanced sick pay

• Paid eye tests

• Salary sacrifice gym membership

• Bike to Work scheme

• We Care Wisdom membership

• Bring your dog to work 🐾

Perks & Extras

• Refer a friend scheme (earn up to £250 or vouchers – T&Cs apply)

• Team celebrations and outings

• Christmas hampers

• Long service gifts at 5, 10 and 15 years

• Gloucester Rugby tickets

• Access to high street discounts and perks via Bright Ex

Who Are We?

Class People is an established, independent education recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience supporting schools, nurseries and education settings across the South West. We pride ourselves on doing recruitment the right way — with integrity, care and long-lasting relationships at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

As an Early Years Account Manager, you’ll manage and grow relationships with nurseries and Early Years settings, while sourcing, supporting and placing high-quality Early Years professionals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Early Years settings and candidates

• Managing client accounts and day-to-day staffing requirements

• Managing end-to-end temporary and permanent recruitment processes

• Sourcing, engaging and supporting Early Years professionals

• Supporting candidates through onboarding, compliance and placements

• Developing your desk through account management and business development

• Working collaboratively within a supportive, experienced team

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• A proactive, organised and people-focused approach

• Confidence in a fast-paced, relationship-led environment

• Experience in Early Years, recruitment or sales is desirable but not essential

• A genuine interest in Early Years and education

For more information, please contact Annie at Class People.