Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Ex-Teachers wanted

Recruitment Consultant (Education Recruitment) - London

Ideal for Ex-Teachers | Start Date: 25th August 2026 | Impact Academy Training Programme

Are you an ex-teacher ready for a new challenge outside the classroom? If you've recently handed in your notice or are completing your final term, this is your opportunity to transfer your skills into a high-earning, fast-paced career in recruitment.

At Tradewind Recruitment, we are actively hiring for our London office and our award-winning Impact Academy training programme is designed specifically for people like you - driven, resilient, and experienced in managing young people, communication, and performance under pressure.

A large proportion of our top-performing Recruitment Consultants come from teaching and education backgrounds, making this a proven and natural career transition for ex-teachers.

Location: London - Holborn

Join our thriving London team, based in the heart of one of the world's most exciting cities. From iconic landmarks and cultural attractions to a fast-moving business district, London offers unmatched career and lifestyle opportunities.

About Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies and has been recognised as a Sunday Times Top 100 Company for multiple years.

We specialise in education recruitment, partnering with schools across London and the UK to place exceptional teachers, support staff, and education professionals into long-term and permanent roles.

Why Ex-Teachers Excel in Recruitment

Former teachers thrive in this role because you already have:

Strong communication and influencing skills
Experience managing classrooms and behaviour
Resilience and adaptability under pressure
The ability to build relationships quickly
High levels of organisation and time managementThese skills translate directly into success as a Recruitment Consultant.

If you are finishing your teaching role, you will be available for a start date of 25th August 2026, perfectly aligned with our next intake.

Why Join Our London Team?

Starting Salary: £32,000
On-Target Earnings (Year 1): £35,000 - £40,000+
Commission from Day One
35 days annual leave
Reduced hours during school holidays (4.5-hour working days)
International incentive trips for top performers
Free daily breakfast & Friday socials
Clear progression into senior consultant & management roles
Structured training through the Impact AcademyThe Impact Academy - Your Career Launchpad

Our Impact Academy is a structured development programme designed to take you from trainee to fully fledged Recruitment Consultant within your first year.

You will learn how to:

Source and interview high-quality candidates
Write and market professional CV profiles to schools
Work closely with sales teams to match candidates to roles
Manage targets, KPIs, and performance metrics
Earn commission from your very first placementTraining, Support & Mentorship

From day one, you will receive:

1-to-1 mentorship from experienced consultants
Structured weekly training sessions
Continuous support from team leaders and directors (many started as trainees themselves)
Real-time coaching while you build your deskYour First Year Responsibilities

Recruiting teachers and support staff for schools across London
Building strong relationships with candidates and schools
Managing a portfolio of education clients
Meeting weekly performance targets
Earning uncapped commissionCareer Progression After Year One

Once you complete the Impact Academy, you will progress onto your own sales desk with advanced training in:

Business Development
Negotiation & margin management
Safeguarding in education
Client relationship management
Time management & performance scalingWho We Are Looking For

We are actively hiring now for our London intake. We are particularly interested in:

Ex-teachers and education professionals
Graduates with strong communication skills
Individuals with resilience, ambition, and drive
People seeking a high-earning, performance-based careerNo prior recruitment experience is required - just the right mindset.

Apply Now - London Recruitment Consultant Roles

If you are ready to transition out of teaching and into a rewarding, fast-paced career in recruitment, we want to hear from you.

Send your CV today to: (url removed)

Start your new career in London on 25th August 2026 with Tradewind Recruitment's Impact Academy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed