Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector
Location: Durham (City Centre)
Salary: £28,000-£30,000 base + uncapped commission (OTE Year 1 £32,000-£38,000)
Contract: Full-time | Start Aug/Sept

Looking for a career with purpose, progression, and high earning potential? Whether you're a graduate, ex-teacher, or from a fast-paced background in sales, customer service, or similar, this is your chance to launch a rewarding career in recruitment.

Join Tradewind Recruitment at our brand-new Durham office and play a key role in shaping the success of a growing regional team.

What We Offer

£28,000-£30,000 base salary (DOE)

Uncapped commission - realistic Year 1 OTE £32,000-£38,000

Graduate Impact Academy training & fast-track career development

35+ days annual leave & shorter working hours during school holidays

Quarterly incentives, socials & national award trips

A vibrant, supportive team in our new Durham city centre office

The Role

Recruit teachers & school support staff for local schools

Build and maintain strong client and candidate relationships

Source talent via advertising, networking & interviews

Create compelling CVs & profiles to market candidates

Work to achievable KPIs while boosting your earnings

Develop expertise in education recruitment and the local market

What We're Looking For

Graduates, ex-teachers, or professionals from sales, estate agency, customer service, or call centres

Confident, resilient, and motivated individuals with a strong work ethic

Excellent communicators who thrive under pressure and stay organised

Driven by targets and eager to make a positive impact in education

Degree preferred but not essential - full training provided

About Tradewind Recruitment

With 25 years of success and national offices across the UK, Tradewind is a market leader in education recruitment. We pride ourselves on developing talent from within - many of our managers and directors started as trainees.

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