Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant - Sheffield Location: SheffieldSalary: £28,000-£30,000 base + uncapped commission (OTE £35,000-£42,000 Year 1)Requirement: You must hold a full UK driving licence or have a driving test booked. Kick-start Your Recruitment Career in Sheffield Join Tradewind Recruitment's Impact Academy in Sheffield and begin a rewarding career in education recruitment, helping schools across South Yorkshire find outstanding teachers and support staff. This is an ideal opportunity for graduates or career-changers looking to break into recruitment. You'll receive industry-leading training, hands-on mentoring, and clear progression from day one. The Impact Academy Our structured training programme is designed to turn potential into performance. You'll learn: Candidate attraction and interviewing techniquesSales skills, negotiation, and communication psychologyHow to build long-term client relationships with schoolsGoal setting, mindset, and personal development We don't just teach you recruitment - we develop high-performing education recruitment consultants. What You'll Be Doing Sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates for education rolesMarketing candidates to primary, secondary, and SEND schools across YorkshireSupporting experienced consultants with client relationshipsWorking towards achievable targets with clear financial rewards As you progress, you'll manage your own schools, negotiate contracts, and earn commission on every placement. Why Join Tradewind Recruitment? Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 30 years of experience and offices nationwide. We've been named a Sunday Times Top 100 Company to Work For five times - because we invest in our people as much as our performance. What We Offer £28,000-£30,000 base salaryUncapped commission (OTE £35,000-£42,000 in Year 1)35 days' annual leave plus shorter working days during school holidaysBuilt-in gym and wellbeing timeClear promotion structure and ongoing CPDTeam socials, breakfast clubs, and international incentive trips Who We're Looking For Full UK driving licence or driving test booked (essential)Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skillsSales, recruitment, or customer-facing experience is beneficialAmbitious, resilient, and motivated to succeed The Hiring Process Screening call with our Talent ManagerShort taskInterview with a Team ManagerFinal meeting with a Director or CEO Apply today or email your CV to and take the first step towards a successful career with Tradewind Recruitment in Sheffield.