Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant - Kent (Whitstable)

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment firm in Kent is seeking a Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant. This role is ideal for ex-teachers looking to leverage their experience to help schools find top educators. You will undergo training to develop recruitment skills while earning a competitive base salary plus commission. The position offers clear career progression opportunities, mentoring, and various employee perks like extended leave and social events.

Benefits

Commission from day one

35 days' annual leave

Social events and incentives

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Ex-teachers motivated for a recruitment career.
• Driven, confident, and resilient.
• Experience in people-facing roles is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support schools by placing outstanding staff.
• Develop recruitment skills through training.
• Transition into business development and earn commission.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Confidence

Resilience

Education

Graduate or equivalent experience

Job description

Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant - Kent (Whitstable)

Location: Whitstable, Kent
Salary: 28,000-30,000 + uncapped commission (Year 1 OTE 35,000-42,000)

Ex-teachers thrive here. Join Tradewind Recruitment in Whitstable and bring your classroom experience to a role where you'll help schools find the best educators. Many of our top performers began as teachers and have used their insight to excel.

Opportunity Overview

We want driven ex-educators to join our Kent team. You'll support schools by placing outstanding staff while developing recruitment skills through our IMPACT Academy. No prior recruitment experience required - your teaching background is your advantage.

IMPACT Academy Training Includes

• Candidate sourcing, interviewing, and communication
• Coaching in resilience, mindset, and performance habits
• Sales psychology and client relationship development
• Ongoing mentoring and progression pathways

Career Progression

Start by sourcing and screening educators, then move into business development, building relationships with schools and earning commission on successful placements.

Why Tradewind Recruitment?

We're trusted in education recruitment for nearly 30 years and recognised five times in the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies list - a testament to our culture and values.

What We Offer

• 28,000-30,000 base salary
• Year 1 OTE 35,000-42,000 (uncapped commission)
• Commission from day one
• 35 days' annual leave + 4.5-hour school holiday working days
• Extended wellbeing lunch breaks
• Social events, incentives, and international trips
• Clear progression - many senior leaders started as ex-teachers

Ideal Candidate

• Ex-teachers motivated for a recruitment career
• Driven, confident, and resilient
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Graduate or equivalent experience in people-facing roles
• Right to work in the UK

Recruitment Process

1. Introductory call with Talent Manager
2. Task stage
3. Interview with Team Manager
4. Final interview with Director or CEO

Take the next step in your career - email your CV to (url removed).