Senior Recruitment Consultant

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency in London is seeking an experienced Education Recruitment Consultant. The role offers an above market-rate salary and uncapped commission from the first placement. Ideal candidates will have over 12 months' experience in education recruitment and a proactive approach to business development. Join a supportive and high-achieving team focused on making a genuine difference in education.

Benefits

Above market-rate salary

Uncapped commission structure

35+ days of annual leave

Ongoing training and CPD

Excellent staff retention

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience in education recruitment.
• Strong ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Proactive and professional approach to business development.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain school and candidate relationships.
• Drive business development through education recruitment.
• Understand safeguarding and compliance in education.

Skills

Building relationships

Business development

Understanding of compliance

Proactive approach

Job description

Overview

Experienced Education Recruitment Consultant

Location: London

Salary: Above market rate + uncapped commission

Start Date: Flexible

About Tradewind Recruitment

We are one of the UK's leading teaching agencies, trusted by schools nationwide for our sector expertise, outstanding reputation, and long-standing client partnerships. We are looking for consultants who can hit the ground running and bring their education recruitment knowledge to a supportive and high-achieving team.

Important

Applications are only open to candidates with a minimum of 12 months' experience in education recruitment. Applications from other recruitment sectors will not be considered.

What Makes Tradewind Different?

• Above market-rate salary - we value your experience and reward it fairly
• Uncapped commission structure - no thresholds, start earning from your first placement
• 35+ days of annual leave - plus reduced working hours during school holidays
• Ongoing training, CPD, and guidance - tailored support at every stage of your career
• Excellent staff retention - a positive culture with long-term team loyalty
• Wellbeing and flexibility - supportive environment and genuine work-life balance

What We're Looking For

• 12+ months\' proven experience in education recruitment (applications from other sectors will not be considered)
• Strong ability to build and maintain school and candidate relationships
• Proactive, driven, and professional approach to business development
• Excellent understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and the education landscape
• Ambition to make a genuine difference in education through quality recruitment

Join Tradewind Recruitment

We champion professional growth, celebrate success, and deliver a service that schools and candidates trust.

Ready to take your education recruitment career forward? Send your CV to and let's start the conversation.

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