Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Education

  • Tradewind Recruitment
  • Feb 17, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Education

London

32,000 base salary + uncapped commission
Year 1 OTE: (phone number removed)+

London - High Performance. High Reward.

We are expanding our London team and looking for ambitious, resilient, and financially driven individuals who want to build a serious career in recruitment.

London is one of the most competitive and lucrative education markets in the UK. This role suits strong graduates and experienced sales professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are motivated by earning potential, progression, and performance.

If you are hungry for success and prepared to work hard, this is an opportunity to accelerate both your career and your income.

The Opportunity

As a Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant in London, you will work in a high-energy sales environment, partnering with schools across the capital to place exceptional teachers and support staff into impactful roles.

You will build your own desk, develop long-term client relationships, and generate revenue from day one - supported by structured training and experienced leadership.

The Role

  • Proactively sourcing and headhunting education professionals
  • Interviewing and qualifying candidates
  • Building and developing relationships with schools across London
  • Negotiating placements and closing deals
  • Working to ambitious performance targets with uncapped commission

As you progress, you will manage your own client portfolio and earn commission on every successful placement. Your performance directly drives your earnings.

Training & Development

No recruitment experience required - we hire for attitude and drive.

You will receive structured training covering:

  • Advanced sourcing and business development strategies
  • Sales psychology, negotiation, and objection handling
  • Client relationship management and account growth
  • Performance mindset and resilience
  • Clear, merit-based promotion pathways

We focus on developing high billers and future leaders.

What We Offer

  • 32,000 competitive base salary
  • Uncapped commission (Year 1 OTE 35,000- 42,000+)
  • Fast, performance-based progression
  • Supportive, ambitious team culture
  • Regular incentives and performance rewards
  • Generous annual leave and wellbeing initiatives

Who We're Looking For

  • Strong graduates or individuals with a background in sales or competitive environments
  • Resilient, target-driven, and confident under pressure
  • Excellent communicators with strong interpersonal skills
  • Highly motivated by financial reward and career progression

If you want to operate in a high-performance London market where hard work translates directly into earning potential and rapid progression, this is your opportunity.

Ready to Apply?

If you are competitive, committed, and serious about building a high-earning career, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or contact (url removed) for more information.