Senior Education Recruitment Consultant

Tradewind Recruitment; St Albans; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in St Albans is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant specializing in the education sector. This role involves managing your own desk, sourcing and supporting teachers, and building strong relationships. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in education recruitment and thrive in a target-driven environment, with numerous opportunities for career progression and competitive remuneration.

Benefits

Uncapped monthly commission

Annual Super Commission up to £25,000

35+ days of annual leave

Award-winning training

International incentive trips

Qualifications

• Experience in education recruitment with a strong performance record.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Alignment with values of professionalism, positivity, and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow your own desk specializing in education recruitment.
• Source and support teachers and school staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with schools and candidates.

Skills

Driven and ambitious

Excellent communication

Strong relationship-building

Job description

Senior Recruitment Consultant – Education Sector

£35,000‑£60,000 Base Salary (DOE & Performance) + Uncapped Commission
Monthly Commission | No Threshold | Annual Super Commission up to £25,000
Full‑Time | Immediate Start

Are you an experienced recruitment consultant ready to take your career to the next level?

What We Offer

• £35,000‑£60,000 base salary, depending on experience and performance
• Uncapped monthly commission with no threshold
• Annual Super Commission bonus of up to £25,000
• 35+ days of annual leave plus flexible hours during school holidays
• Award‑winning training and ongoing professional development
• International incentive trips, monthly rewards, and team celebrations
• A positive, values‑driven culture with exceptional consultant retention
• Clear progression pathways into management and senior leadership roles

Your Role

• Manage and grow your own desk specialising in education recruitment
• Source, place, and support teachers and school staff across the region
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools and candidates
• Drive revenue, exceed targets, and lead by example within your team
• Collaborate closely with a motivated, high‑performing team
• Act as a trusted advisor to schools, shaping recruitment strategies and delivering results

Who We're Looking For

• Driven, ambitious, and resilient – thriving in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment
• Confident and proactive – you take ownership and deliver results independently
• Experienced in education recruitment with strong billing and business development performance
• An excellent communicator with outstanding relationship‑building and organisational skills
• Motivated to grow your career and take on greater responsibility
• Aligned with Tradewind's values: professionalism, positivity, and a commitment to excellence

About Tradewind Recruitment

With over 25 years of experience and offices nationwide, Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's most respected names in education recruitment. We’re proud to be the only education recruiter featured five times in The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For. We invest heavily in our people, celebrate their achievements, and offer long‑term careers‑not just jobs.

Offices: London | St Albans | Bristol | Kent | Northampton | Durham | Birmingham | Manchester | Liverpool | Hull | Preston | Nottingham | Sheffield | LA

Ready to take the next step? Send your CV to (url removed) or call/text (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.