Ex-Teachers Wanted - Trainee Recruitment Consultant

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Hull is seeking Trainee Recruitment Consultants, ideally ex-teachers or education professionals. The role offers a starting salary of £28,000-£30,000 with typical first-year earnings between £35,000-£40,000. Candidates should possess strong communication and people skills, be motivated to succeed, and be eager to build a long-term career in recruitment. Opportunities for commission and career progression through structured development are also provided.

Benefits

Commission from day one

35 days holiday

Incentives such as international trips

Qualifications

• Former teachers or education staff ready for a career change.
• Motivated, ambitious individuals who aim for professional success.
• Commitment to building a long-term career in recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Source and interview teachers and support staff for school roles.
• Support the sales team to ensure successful candidate placements.
• Write professional CVs and market candidates to schools.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

People skills

Resilience

Job description

Overview

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector (Ideal for Ex-Teachers) - Hull

Are you an ex-teacher or education professional looking for a fresh challenge outside of the classroom? Do you want a career where your hard work, people skills, and resilience are directly rewarded with clear career progression and uncapped earning potential?

Tradewind Recruitment is now hiring in Hull, and we're looking for driven individuals to join our Impact Academy - a structured development programme that transforms motivated people into high-performing Recruitment Consultants.

This is an excellent opportunity for those with teaching or education backgrounds who are ready to transfer their communication, organisation, and relationship-building skills into a new, exciting career.

Why education professionals succeed in recruitment

• Clear communication and interpersonal skills for building trust with schools and candidates
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Organisation and time management skills developed in the classroom
• A passion for education and making a positive impact in people\'s lives

What we offer at Tradewind Recruitment

• Starting salary 28,000 - 30,000 with first-year earnings typically between 35,000 - 40,000
• Commission from day one - no waiting to be rewarded for your work
• 35 days holiday and shorter working hours during school holidays (4.5-hour days)
• Incentives such as international trips, team socials, and daily perks
• Career progression opportunities - many of our senior leaders started as trainees
• Ongoing development through our market-leading Impact Academy

About the Impact Academy

The Impact Academy is our specialist training programme designed to give you the tools to succeed. In your first year, you will:

• Source and interview teachers and support staff for school roles
• Write professional CVs and market candidates to schools
• Support the sales team to ensure successful candidate placements
• Earn commission as soon as you contribute to a placement

After completing the programme, you\'ll move onto a sales desk with advanced training in business development, client partnerships, negotiation, safeguarding, and more.

Why Hull?

Our Hull office is a friendly, collaborative team at the centre of a strong regional education network. Working here, you\'ll build lasting partnerships with schools across East Yorkshire and beyond, while enjoying a supportive culture that encourages growth and success.

Who we\'re looking for

• Former teachers or education staff ready for a career change
• Motivated, ambitious people who want to achieve financial and professional success
• Individuals committed to building a long-term career in recruitment

Apply today

If you\'re ready to step out of the classroom and into a new, rewarding career, send your CV to (url removed) today to arrange an immediate interview.

Tradewind Recruitment - where ex-teachers grow into successful Recruitment Consultants.