Recruitment Consultant. Job in Durham Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Durham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in education seeks a Trainee Recruitment Consultant for their new Durham office. The position offers a base salary of £28,000-£30,000 plus uncapped commission, with an OTE of £32,000-£38,000 in the first year. Ideal candidates are graduates or professionals with fast-paced experience. Full training is provided, and there are clear paths for career progression. Join us in making a positive impact in the education sector.

Benefits

Award-winning training

Over 35 days annual leave

Quarterly incentives

Team socials

National award trips

Qualifications

• Graduates or professionals from fast-paced backgrounds welcome.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive under pressure.
• Interest in education and social impact.

Responsibilities

• Place teachers and support staff into local schools.
• Build long-term client relationships.
• Source talent via networking and advertising.
• Write CVs and candidate profiles.
• Hit performance targets to enhance earnings.
• Develop knowledge of the education recruitment market.

Skills

Confident communication

Resilience

Organizational skills

Goal-oriented

Education

Degree preferred but not required

Job description

Overview

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector Durham Office

28,000- 30,000 Base Salary + Uncapped Commission OTE Year 1: 32,000- 38,000

Full-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.

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