Job Description

Career Change for Teachers - Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant

Location: London
Salary: £32,000 base + commission (OTE £35,000-£40,000+ in Year 1)
Start Date: Aug/Sept 2025

Are you a current or former teacher looking for a new challenge - but still passionate about education? At Tradewind Recruitment, we offer the perfect opportunity to transition from the classroom into a rewarding career in education recruitment, where your skills and experience are highly valued.

We're currently hiring for our Impact Academy, a structured training programme designed to help people from educational backgrounds become successful Recruitment Consultants.

Why Join Us?

  • £32k starting salary with realistic first-year earnings of £35-£40k+

  • Commission from day one - get rewarded for your impact

  • 35 days holiday, plus shorter working hours during school holidays

  • Clear progression and promotion pathway - many of our top performers were once teachers

  • Company perks - Friday drinks, international incentive trips, wellbeing support, and more

  • Make a difference - help schools find great staff and support careers in education

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Sourcing, interviewing, and supporting educators for temporary and permanent roles in schools

  • Writing professional candidate profiles and marketing them to schools

  • Building strong relationships with teachers, support staff, and school leaders

  • Meeting weekly goals and KPIs (we support you every step of the way)

  • Working closely with experienced mentors to learn business development and client care

  • Matching candidates to roles where they'll make a genuine impact

Who We're Looking For:

  • Former or current teachers who want a fast-paced, people-focused career

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

  • A genuine passion for education and supporting others

  • Resilience, motivation, and a positive, 'can-do' attitude

You don't need recruitment experience - just the drive to succeed and a willingness to learn. We'll provide full training and support through our industry-leading Impact Academy.

Ready to take your next step in education - just from a different angle?
Send your CV to daniela.servini@twrecruitment.com and find out how you can launch a new career with Tradewind Recruitment in London.