Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant

Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant Bristol £28,000 - £30,000 base salary + uncapped commission (OTE £35,000-£42,000 in Year 1) Launch your recruitment career in Bristol with Tradewind Recruitment's award-winning Impact Academy. About the Role Our Bristol office is growing, and we're looking for ambitious, driven individuals who want to build a successful career in education recruitment. This is a fast-paced, high-performance environment where hard work is rewarded with rapid progression and uncapped earnings. You'll be matching exceptional teachers and support staff with schools across the South West, playing a vital role in supporting local education. The Impact Academy - Industry-Leading Training Our structured training programme gives you everything you need to thrive, including: * Candidate sourcing and interviewing skills * Business development and client relationship building * Sales psychology and negotiation techniques * Resilience, mindset and goal setting * Safeguarding and compliance expertise We don't just help you succeed - we help you excel. Your Responsibilities First 6-9 months: * Source and interview education professionals * Write compelling CV profiles for client marketing * Work towards weekly KPIs and targets * Collaborate with the sales team to maximise placements As you progress: * Win new school partnerships across Bristol and surrounding areas * Manage and grow client accounts * Negotiate fees and contracts * Provide exceptional customer service * Maintain the highest safeguarding standards Commission is earned throughout every stage of your progression. What We Offer * £28,000-£30,000 base salary * Uncapped commission (realistic £35,000-£42,000 in Year 1) * 35 days annual leave * 4.5-hour working days during school holidays * 1.5-hour lunch breaks for gym or well-being * Clear promotion pathway - many Managers started as Trainees * All-expenses-paid international incentive trips * Free breakfast and Friday drinks Who We're Looking For * Graduate (with part-time work experience) or relevant professional experience * Background in sales, recruitment, hospitality, education or target-driven roles * Strong communication skills * Ambitious, resilient and competitive mindset * Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship offered) Apply via this advert or send your CV to and start making an impact in Bristol today