Kent (Whitstable) - Graduate Recruitment Consultant

Location: Whitstable, Kent
Start Dates: April (after Easter) or September (after summer holidays)
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 basic + Uncapped commission
OTE: £35,000 - £40,000 in Year 1

Launch Your Graduate Career with Tradewind Recruitment

Are you a recent graduate looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity? Tradewind Recruitment is offering ambitious graduates the chance to join our successful team through our highly respected IMPACT Academy.

If you're driven, competitive, and eager to build a successful career with excellent earning potential, this could be the perfect role for you.

About Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies and has been named a Sunday Times Top 100 Company on five occasions. We specialise in recruiting education professionals for schools nationwide.

We are committed to developing future leaders, and many of our Managers started their careers through our graduate training programme.

What is the IMPACT Academy?

The IMPACT Academy is our specialist graduate development programme that provides industry-leading training for aspiring Recruitment Consultants.

Watch our IMPACT Academy video here:

You'll benefit from hands-on learning, expert coaching, and ongoing mentorship from experienced recruitment professionals.

Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Responsibilities

In your first year, you will:

• Source and interview candidates for temporary and permanent vacancies
• Produce professional candidate profiles and market them to schools
• Work closely with experienced consultants to increase placements
• Develop strong relationships with candidates and clients
• Work towards realistic KPIs with full support from management
• Earn commission throughout your development

This role is ideal for graduates who enjoy working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment with clear progression opportunities.

Salary, Commission & Benefits

• £28,000 - £30,000 basic salary
• OTE £35,000 - £40,000 in Year 1
• Uncapped commission structure from day one
• 35 days holiday plus reduced working hours during school breaks
• International incentive trips
• Ongoing professional training and support
• Fast-track career progression opportunities
• Social events, incentives, and wellbeing initiatives

Career Progression

Following successful completion of the IMPACT Academy, you'll move onto your own sales desk and receive advanced development in:

• Business development
• Negotiation skills
• Safeguarding and compliance
• Delivering excellent customer service
• Handling challenging conversations
• Productivity and time management

Top performers can quickly progress into Senior Consultant, Team Leader, and Management roles.

Who We're Looking For

We're hiring graduates who are:

• Ambitious and resilient
• Confident communicators
• Motivated by success and progression
• Organised and proactive
• Interested in recruitment, sales, or business development

Previous experience in sales, customer service, or education is advantageous but not required.

Apply Now

If you're ready to start your career in recruitment, apply today and begin your journey with Tradewind Recruitment's IMPACT Academy.

Send your CV to for immediate consideration.