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Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Graduates, Teachers & Sales Professionals
Location: Manchester (City Centre)
Salary: £28,000-£30,000 base + realistic OTE £35,000-£40,000 in Year 1
Start Date: Immediate interviews available
Are you ambitious, people-focused, and ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you're a recent graduate, an experienced sales professional, or a former teacher looking for something new, this is your opportunity to join a leading education recruitment agency that will invest in your future.
Tradewind Recruitment is hiring Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join our fast-growing Manchester team. We provide full training, incredible earning potential, and a clear path for career progression.
About Tradewind Recruitment
Recognised five times as a Sunday Times Top 100 Company, Tradewind is one of the UK's largest and most respected education recruitment specialists. We work with thousands of schools nationwide and have a reputation for excellence in both candidate care and client relationships.
In Manchester, you'll be joining a team with a strong track record of success, industry expertise, and a supportive, collaborative culture.
Why Choose Us?
£28,000-£30,000 starting salary
£35,000-£40,000 first-year earnings (uncapped commission)
35 days annual leave, plus reduced hours during school holidays
International incentive trips and company-wide events
Regular team socials, free breakfast, and Friday drinks
Comprehensive training through the Impact Academy
Clear promotion paths with structured progressionWhat You'll Be Doing
As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will:
Source, interview, and place teaching and support staff in schools across Greater Manchester
Build long-term relationships with candidates and colleagues
Write detailed candidate profiles and actively promote them to schools
Support the sales team in increasing placements
Work towards achievable weekly KPIs and targets
Earn commission from day oneThe Impact Academy
Our Impact Academy is a unique internal training programme that equips you with everything you need to thrive in recruitment-even if you've never worked in the sector before. You'll be mentored by experienced consultants, trained by industry experts, and supported every step of the way.
After your first year, you'll move onto your own sales desk, where you'll receive advanced training in:
Business development and school partnerships
Negotiation and account management
Compliance and safeguarding
Customer service and stakeholder managementWho We're Looking For
We want to hear from you if you are:
A recent graduate with strong people skills
A teacher looking for a new challenge outside the classroom
A sales professional looking for career growth and financial reward
Confident, driven, resilient, and motivated to build a successful long-term careerPrevious recruitment experience isn't required-your mindset and energy are what matter most.
Apply Now
Excited by the opportunity? Ready to take the next step in your career?
Send your CV to (url removed) to arrange an interview and learn more about joining Tradewind Recruitment Manchester.
Start your career in recruitment with a company that values your growth, rewards your success, and invests in your future
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