Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant - London Location: London Salary: £32,000 + uncapped commission (Year 1 OTE £40,000-£45,000)

Are you an ex-teacher ready to bring your passion for education into a rewarding career in recruitment? Join Tradewind Recruitment in London, where many of our top performers started as teachers just like you. Our structured IMPACT Academy will guide you step by step as you transition into recruitment.

The Opportunity We're looking for ambitious, people-focused ex-educators to join our London team. You'll support schools by connecting them with outstanding teaching and support staff. With no prior recruitment experience required, your teaching insight and understanding of education will make you a natural fit.

What You'll Learn Through the IMPACT Academy

Candidate sourcing, interviewing, and communication skills

Coaching in resilience, mindset, and performance habits

Sales psychology and client relationship development

Ongoing mentoring and clear pathways for progression

Your Growth Path You'll start by finding and guiding educators through the recruitment process, then progress into business development, building long-term school partnerships, and earning commission on your placements.

Why Tradewind Recruitment? With nearly 30 years in education recruitment, Tradewind is trusted and respected. We're the only teaching agency recognised five times in the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies list - a reflection of our values and supportive culture.

What We Offer

£32,000 base salary

Year 1 OTE £35,000-£42,000 (uncapped commission)

Commission from day one

35 days' annual leave + 4.5-hour school holiday working days

Extended wellbeing lunch breaks

Social events, incentives, and international trips

Clear progression - many senior leaders started as ex-teachers in trainee roles

What We're Looking For

Ex-teachers or ex-educators motivated to grow in recruitment

Driven, confident, and resilient

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Graduate or equivalent experience in people-facing roles

Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Our Recruitment Process

Introductory call with our Talent Manager

Task stage

Interview with a Team Manager

Final interview with a Director or CEO

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