Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant
📍 Northampton
Salary: £28,000-£30,000 basic + uncapped commission
Year 1 OTE: £35,000-£42,000
Requirement: Full UK driving licence or driving test already booked
Are you passionate about people and looking for a career that makes a real difference? Join Tradewind Recruitment's Impact Academy in Northampton and play a part in supporting schools and shaping young people's futures.
The Role
As a Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant, you'll help connect talented teachers and support staff with schools where they can truly thrive. Our Impact Academy provides hands-on training, expert mentoring, and clear development routes to help you succeed and progress quickly within recruitment.
What You'll Be Doing
Sourcing, interviewing, and vetting education professionals
Creating compelling candidate profiles and introducing them to schools
Supporting experienced consultants while developing your own client base
Progressing into a full 360 recruitment role, including business development, relationship management, and salary negotiations
What's In It For You
Competitive basic salary of £28k-£30k
Uncapped commission with realistic OTE of £35k-£42k in your first year
35 days annual leave, plus shorter working hours during school holidays
Strong wellbeing culture including gym time, social events, and free breakfasts
Clear, fast-track progression opportunities into senior and leadership roles
About Tradewind Recruitment
With nearly 30 years of experience in education recruitment, Tradewind has built a reputation for excellence and integrity. We've been named in the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For five times, reflecting our genuine commitment to putting people first.
Who We're Looking For
A valid UK driving licence (or a test booked)
Motivated, proactive, and target-driven attitude
Degree-level education or relevant professional experience
Confident communicator with a natural ability to build relationships
The Recruitment Process
Initial telephone conversation with our Talent Manager
Task-based assessment
Interview with the Northampton Team Manager
Final stage interview with a Director or CEO
📩 Ready to apply?
Send your CV to and take your first step towards joining our Northampton team