Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Kickstart Your Career in Recruitment with Tradewind - Join Our Preston Team!

Curious about a career in recruitment but not sure where to begin? Tradewind Recruitment is here to help you take that first step. Based in Preston, we're offering a place on our prestigious Impact Academy-a tailored training programme that transforms potential into performance.

Join a friendly, ambitious team with over 25 years of combined industry experience, and take the first step toward a fulfilling and fast-paced career in education recruitment.

We're more than just a recruitment agency-we're an award-winning leader in education staffing. With recognition as a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer four years running and a reputation as one of the UK's largest teaching agencies, we pride ourselves on nurturing our people and promoting from within.

* Competitive Pay - Start on a £28,000-£30,000 base salary, with realistic first-year earnings of £35,000-£40,000* Immediate Commission - Start earning from your very first day* Ample Time Off - Enjoy 35 days' annual leave plus shorter working hours (4.5 hours/day) during school holidays* Incentive Trips - Win your place on all-expenses-paid international trips as part of our company-wide incentive programme* Wellbeing & Perks - Free breakfast daily, Friday drinks, and strong investment in your wellbeing* Clear Career Progression - Many of our current managers and directors started in the very role you're applying for!

Our Impact Academy is your gateway into recruitment-a fully supported training programme that gives you all the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in your first year and beyond.

* Source and interview education professionals for temporary and permanent placements* Create detailed, marketable CV profiles for clients* Work closely with sales consultants to match candidates with schools* Achieve weekly KPIs and targets alongside your manager* Earn commission at every step of your development journey

You'll be mentored by an experienced manager, supported by a dedicated training team, and guided by colleagues who've walked the path before you. From day one, you're part of a team that wants you to succeed.

Once you've built a strong foundation, you'll move onto your own Sales Desk and receive advanced training in:

* Business Development* Margin Negotiation* Safeguarding* Impact Sales Training* Time Management* Handling Challenging Conversations

Many of our Academy graduates have gone on to become top 10 consultants within their first year in sales-you could be next.

We're currently hiring for our growing Preston office and are on the lookout for motivated individuals with a strong work ethic and a passion for people. Experience in education or sales is a bonus-but your attitude, ambition, and determination are what matter most.

Apply now for immediate consideration!Send your CV to and take the first step in a rewarding, fast-moving career with Tradewind Recruitment.