Job Description

Senior Education Recruitment Consultant - all offices
£35,000-£60,000 Base Salary (DOE & Performance) + Uncapped Commission
Monthly Commission | No Threshold | Annual Super Commission up to £25,000
Full-Time | Immediate Starts Available

Are you an experienced recruitment consultant looking for the next step in your career?

At Tradewind Recruitment, one of the UK's leading teaching agencies, we set the highest standards in the industry and reward our people accordingly. We're proud to have the highest consultant retention rate of any UK teaching agency, proving that when you join us, you stay.

We're seeking ambitious, resilient, and proactive consultants who thrive in high-performance environments and are hungry for both personal and professional success. If you're looking for a place where hard work pays off, career progression is clear, and success is celebrated-this is it.

What We Offer

  • £35,000-£60,000 base salary depending on experience and track record
  • Uncapped monthly commission - no threshold
  • Annual "Super Commission" bonus - up to £25,000
  • 35+ days annual leave plus 4.5 hour shifts during school holidays
  • Award-winning training and continuous professional development
  • International trips, monthly incentives, and team celebrations
  • A positive, values-driven culture with a proven high retention rate
  • Genuine long-term progression opportunities

The Role

  • Manage and grow your own desk, specialising in education recruitment
  • Place teachers and support staff into schools
  • Build lasting relationships with schools and candidates
  • Lead from the front-exceed targets, drive revenue, and inspire those around you
  • Work as part of a high-performance, collaborative team environment
  • Act as a trusted consultant to schools, shaping recruitment strategy and delivering results

Who We're Looking For

Prior experience in education recruitment is essential & non-negotiable.

We hire people who are driven, resilient, and hungry for success. As a Senior Consultant, you'll bring:

  • Proven success in recruitment (education recruitment only)
  • A strong track record of billing and business development
  • Confidence, proactivity, and resilience in a competitive, fast-paced market
  • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organisational skills
  • A growth mindset with the ambition to progress further in your career
  • A values-driven approach-you'll embody Tradewind's standards of professionalism, positivity, and purpose

About Tradewind Recruitment

With over 25 years of success, offices across the UK, and the only education recruiter to appear five times in The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For, Tradewind Recruitment has become one of the most respected names in education recruitment. We develop our people, celebrate success, and provide careers-not just jobs.

Ready to take the next step? Send your CV to daniela.servini@twrecruitment.com
Or call/text 07435 014418 for a confidential chat.