As a business, Hoop Education are proud of the work delivered by the team before and during the pandemic and we are now in the position where we are ready to grow again. Having recently been appointed on to the GCA RM36 Supply Teacher Framework authorising us to supply all Education establishments in England we are therefore looking to open the first of our English offices in Exeter.
About Hoop
Hoop Recruitment is a Welsh based recruitment agency, which in 2024 transitioned to become 100% employee-owned, becoming an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Founded in 2016, our recruitment agency is on a mission to redefine the perception of recruitment. At our core, we embody the values of empathy, integrity, drive, and expertise, which guide every aspect of our work. Growth has been quick yet sustainable, and we have been identified as one of the fastest growing companies in Wales in 2021, 2022 & 2023. We work with a curated selection of public, private and third sector clients and hold a Gold REC accreditation. We are part of the Mental Health at Work Commitment and hold the Disability Confident employer status level
We listen more than we talk, we believe in quality not quantity. At our heart, we are driven by integrity and empathy. We understand that effective recruitment is not merely about identifying candidates with the right skills and qualifications; it's about finding individuals who are a perfect fit for the role, both professionally and personally. We prioritise listening over talking, and we take the time to understand not only your professional aspirations but also your personal pressures. Our goal is to connect you with jobs that complement your life rather than disrupt it because we believe that happiness at work is the key to a fulfilling life. We’ll help find jobs that work with, not against, you. We believe that’s the key to happiness.
Our dedicated teams, led by industry leaders, are bolstered by a network of talented and well-connected recruitment consultants. Each of us is unique, bringing our own perspective and expertise to the table. We’re all different, all our own people. And we’re all committed to making a positive difference to the way people work and live.
Branch Manager – Exeter
The above position is based in our soon to open Exeter office. The ideal person will currently be working as Branch Manager or a Senior Consultant looking for their first step into management. You will have a specialist knowledge of the Devon & South West education market and be looking to grow and build a strong South West team. We are looking to open up an office in Exeter office as soon as we appoint a Branch Manager but are flexible in this process and are happy to either open an office immediately or if the successful Branch Manager wants to initially work from home whilst growing the office that can be accommodated too.
You will enjoy working with autonomy and freedom, and have a strong desire for career progression, as well as the development of our Exeter office.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous experience in education recruitment,
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Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment
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Excellent telephone manner, customer service/communication skills
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Highly organised with the ability to multitask and prioritise tasks according to business needs
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Self-motivated, target driven and ambitious to progress
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ICT literate and good standard of English
Our benefits:
• An Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) bonus scheme
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave plus BH (inc Hoop day and birthday leave)
• Reduced hours during school holidays
• Annual leave entitlement increases 1 day per years service, up to 30 days
• Unlimited annual leave purchase
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced maternity / paternity leave
• Free volunteer day
• End of Year trip*
• MediCash benefits
The service we deliver to our schools and teaching professionals is what makes us different, we are human beings who treat others with respect, you will not be a number to us, we will never treat our schools and teachers as numbers. We say well done and thank you, small things which mean something to everyone.
For more information about this role, please feel free to contact Blair our Education Operations Manager on 02921 303111
