Senior Recruitment Consultant

Tradewind Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Education Recruitment Consultant to manage a desk specializing in education recruitment. In this role, you'll source and support teachers, build long-term relationships, and be rewarded with a competitive salary and uncapped commission opportunities. Ideal candidates are driven, resilient, and possess a proven track record in education recruitment.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

35+ days annual leave

Award-winning training

International trips

Positive work culture

Qualifications

• Prior education recruitment experience is essential.
• Driven, ambitious, and resilient; thrive under pressure.
• Proven success in education recruitment with a strong track record.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow your own desk specialising in education recruitment.
• Source, place, and support teachers and school staff across the UK.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with schools and candidates.

Skills

Education recruitment experience

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Business development

Job description

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£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 education recruitment consultant ready to take your career to the next level?

At Tradewind Recruitment, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, we set the highest standards in the industry and reward our people generously. With the highest consultant retention rate of any UK teaching agency, joining us means joining a team where talent is nurtured, hard work is recognised, and success is celebrated.

We're looking for ambitious, driven, and resilient senior consultants who thrive in high-performance environments. If you're motivated by targets, hungry for personal and professional growth, and want to be part of a company that values excellence, this could be your next career move.

What We Offer

£35,000-£60,000 base salary, depending on experience and performance
Uncapped monthly commission - no threshold
Annual Super Commission bonus of up to £25,000
35+ days annual leave plus flexible hours during school holidays
Award-winning training and ongoing professional development
International trips, monthly incentives, and team celebrations
Positive, values-driven culture with a high-retention, supportive environment
Clear long-term progression opportunities to senior leadership rolesYour Role

Manage and grow your own desk specialising in education recruitment
Source, place, and support teachers and school staff across the UK
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with schools and candidates
Drive revenue, exceed targets, and lead by example within the team
Collaborate with a high-performing, motivated team environment
Act as a trusted advisor to schools, helping shape recruitment strategy and delivering resultsWho We're Looking For

Prior education recruitment experience is essential. Beyond that, we want people who are:

Driven, ambitious, and resilient - you thrive under pressure and go the extra mile
Confident and proactive - you take ownership and deliver results independently
Proven success in education recruitment with a strong track record of billing and business development
Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and organisational skills
Motivated to grow their career and take on increasing responsibility
Aligned with Tradewind's core values - professionalism, positivity, and a commitment to excellenceAbout Tradewind Recruitment

With over 25 years of experience, offices across the UK, and being the only education recruiter to feature five times in The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For, Tradewind Recruitment is one of the most respected names in the sector. We invest in our people, celebrate their successes, and offer careers-not just jobs.

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