Ex-Teachers - Recruitment Consultant Opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Whitstable seeks a current or former teacher to leverage educational expertise in a recruitment role. The ideal candidate will build relationships with schools, match educators to roles, and thrive in a supportive environment. This position offers a competitive salary with uncapped commission, extensive training, and benefits including 35 days of holiday. Join us to make a real impact on education recruitment.

Benefits

35 days' holiday

Full training via Impact Academy

International incentive trips

Social events

Ongoing support

Qualifications

• Current or former teacher with a passion for education.
• Ability to build relationships and understand client needs.
• Motivated to achieve targets and learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with schools and education professionals.
• Match teachers and support staff to suitable roles.
• Manage placements and ensure quality service.
• Work in a fast-paced, people-driven environment.

Skills

Building rapport

Understanding people's needs

Motivated by results

Communication

Organisation

Job description

Overview

Location: Kent, Whitstable

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 base + uncapped commission

Start Date: ASAP

From the classroom to the boardroom - use your education experience in a new way.

Are you a current or former teacher looking to stay connected to education but ready for a fresh challenge? At Tradewind Recruitment, we're offering you the chance to transform your classroom experience into a thriving career in recruitment.

Why This Role?

Your understanding of schools, curriculum pressures, and the importance of great staff gives you a unique edge in matching talented educators with the right environments. You\'ll use your people skills, communication, and organisation to make a real difference-just in a new setting.

What We Offer

• £28,000-£30,000 base + uncapped commission
• OTE £35,000-£42,000 in your first year
• 35 days\' holiday + early finishes in school holidays
• Full training via our Impact Academy - no prior recruitment experience needed
• International incentive trips, social events, and ongoing support

Your Role

• Build relationships with schools and education professionals
• Match teachers and support staff to suitable roles
• Manage placements and ensure quality service
• Work in a fast-paced, people-driven environment

Who You Are

• A teacher (current or former) who thrives on helping others succeed
• Excellent at building rapport and understanding people\'s needs
• Motivated by results and open to learning new skills
• Ready to apply your education background in a dynamic new way
• Make the switch-stay in education, change your career.

Apply today at and see how your teaching experience can shape the future of education recruitment