Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant - Northampton

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Northampton is searching for a Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant. This role combines people skills with a mission to influence education positively. You'll be trained to source and assess candidates, develop client relationships, and manage daily operations. The position offers a competitive salary between £28,000–£30,000 plus commission, and numerous perks including promotions, wellbeing support, and extensive annual leave. Apply now to jumpstart your career in recruitment.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

35 days annual leave

Health & wellbeing focus

Fast-track promotion opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence or have a driving test booked.
• Ambitious, positive, and results-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Learn to source, interview, and assess high-quality candidates.
• Write engaging candidate profiles and present them to clients.
• Support consultants with daily operations while building client relationships.
• Progress into full 360 recruitment including business development and negotiation.

Skills

People skills

Relationship-building

Confidence in communication

Education

Degree or relevant experience

Job description

Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant - Northampton

Location: Northampton

Salary: £28,000-£30,000 base + uncapped commission (OTE £35,000-£42,000 Year 1)

Requirement: Must hold a valid UK driving licence or have a driving test booked.

Looking for a career where you can combine people skills with purpose? Join Tradewind Recruitment's Impact Academy in Northampton and help shape the future of education.

About the Opportunity

Our Trainee Education Recruitment Consultants play a key role in matching teachers and school support staff with rewarding roles. Through our Impact Academy, you'll receive structured, ongoing training, coaching, and clear progression pathways to help you thrive in recruitment.

Your Journey

• Learn how to source, interview, and assess high-quality candidates
• Write engaging candidate profiles and present them to clients
• Support consultants with daily operations while building your own client relationships
• Progress into full 360 recruitment - including business development, account management, and negotiation

What We Offer

£28k-£30k base + OTE £35k-£42k in Year 1

• Uncapped commission
• 35 days' annual leave, plus reduced hours during school holidays
• Health & wellbeing focus: gym time, socials, free breakfast
• Fast-track promotion opportunities into senior roles

About Tradewind

Tradewind Recruitment has supported schools and education professionals for almost 30 years. We've been recognised five times in the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies list - a testament to our people-first culture and commitment to excellence.

What We're Looking For

• Full UK driving licence (or test booked)
• Ambitious, positive, and results-driven mindset
• Degree-educated or relevant professional experience
• Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills

Our Hiring Process

1. Initial phone screen with our Talent Manager
2. Task stage
3. Interview with the Northampton Team Manager
4. Final interview with a Director or CEO

Apply today: Send your CV to (url removed) and take the first step towards joining our Northampton team