Job Description
Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector | Durham Office
£28,000-£30,000 Base Salary + Uncapped Commission | OTE Year 1: £32,000-£38,000Full-Time | Aug/Sept start date
Are you a graduate, ex-teacher, or professional from a fast-paced background looking for an exciting career in recruitment that offers purpose, high earning potential, and career progression?
Join Tradewind Recruitment, a national leader in education recruitment, at our brand-new Durham office. This is your opportunity to step into a rewarding career with structured training, performance rewards, and the chance to shape the growth of a new regional office.
Whether your experience is in education, sales, customer service, or another fast-paced role, we're looking for motivated and confident individuals ready to build something incredible.
What We Offer:
* £28,000-£30,000 base salary, depending on experience
* Uncapped commission - realistic Year 1 OTE of £32,000-£38,000
* Award-winning Graduate Impact Academy training
* Fast-track career development with clear promotion criteria
* Over 35 days of annual leave and shortened hours during school holidays
* Quarterly incentives, team socials, and national award trips
* Be part of a growing team in our new Durham city centre office
The Role:
* Place teachers and school support staff into local schools
* Build long-term relationships with clients and candidates
* Source talent through advertising, networking, and interviews
* Write stand-out CVs and candidate profiles
* Hit achievable performance targets to boost your earnings
* Develop expert knowledge of the education recruitment market
We're Looking For:
* Graduates, ex-educators, or anyone from sales, estate agency, customer service, or call centre backgrounds
* Confident communicators with a strong work ethic
* People who are resilient, proactive, and driven by goals
* Individuals who are organised and thrive under pressure
* An interest in education and making a positive social impact
A degree is an advantage but not required - full training provided.
About Tradewind Recruitment:
As one of the UK's top education recruiters with a 25-year track record, Tradewind is a proud employer with internal promotion at the heart of our business. Our consultants go from trainees to leaders - and we're excited to offer the same opportunity to you.
Sound like your next career move?Send your CV to Or call/text for a confidential chat.