Senior / Principal Recruitment Consultant
Experience of working in the Education sector is essential
Primary, Secondary & SEN Roles available
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Up to £60,000 Basic + lucrative commission scheme
If you’re a high-performing education recruiter, you already know your value.
What matters now is where you can earn more, progress faster, and build something that’s actually yours.
Tradewind Recruitment is launching a brand new office in Newcastle Upon Tyne and we’re hiring Senior / Principal Recruitment Consultant’s to become our future leaders.
Not in 5 years - right now.
If you have proven experience of working in the education sector, this is your opportunity to step into an opportunity with huge demand, full autonomy, zero territorial politics - all with the backing of the UK’s most established education recruitment brand.
Why Top Billers Are Making Moves Right Now
Unrivalled earning potential:
Up to £60,000 basic salary plus uncapped commission along with other incentives. No glass ceilings. No unnecessary barriers.
Join at launch stage:
Those who join now will define the culture, own key territories, and naturally progress into leadership roles as the branch grows.
Full autonomy over your desk and territory:
No restrictions. No internal competition blocking your growth. Just huge opportunity.
Focus on billing:
Dedicated resourcing and compliance teams mean you spend your time building relationships and closing deals - not chasing admin.
Work-life balance that actually exists
* 35 days holiday
* 4.5 hour working days during half term
* Extended lunch breaks for gym / well-being
Recognised as one of the UK’s best employers:
Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work - five consecutive years.
You’ll have the opportunity to work with schools across Newcastle, Northumberland, Gateshead, North Tyneside and South Tyneside - one of the UK’s most active and opportunity-rich education markets.
Who This Is For:
* A top-performing Education Recruitment Consultant who is already recognised as one of the strongest consultants in your area / market
* Someone who doesn’t just fill roles - you know how to build long-term partnerships with schools and candidates who trust you ahead of your competitors
* Commercially sharp, competitive, and motivated by being the best, not just hitting target, but consistently exceeding it
* Respected for your credibility, work ethic, and results, with a track record that speaks for itself
* Ready to step into a bigger platform where your impact, influence, and earnings can scale significantly


- If you’re comfortable where you are, this probably isn’t for you.
- If you’re ambitious, driven, and actively seeking to accelerate your career with endless opportunities however, this is exactly where you should be. Get in touch with Matty Hope today to discuss further.