Education Recruitment Consultant (Ex-Teachers) - #2067006

Liverpool - Education Recruitment Consultant (Ex-Teachers Wanted)

Education Recruitment Consultant - Liverpool
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £30,000 base salary + uncapped commission (OTE £35,000-£45,000 Year 1)
Requirement: Full UK driving licence or driving test booked

Are you a teacher thinking about leaving the classroom but still want to stay in education?

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for ambitious and motivated individuals to join our Liverpool office as Education Recruitment Consultants.

Many of our top-performing consultants are former teachers who wanted a new challenge, better work-life balance, and greater earning potential - while continuing to make a real impact in schools every day.

If you understand education, enjoy working with people, and want a fast-paced career with genuine progression opportunities, education recruitment could be the perfect next step.

Join Tradewind Recruitment's Impact Academy

Tradewind Recruitment has been one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies for almost 30 years and has been recognised five times by the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies.

Our Impact Academy is designed to develop ambitious professionals into highly successful recruitment consultants through hands-on training, coaching, and mentoring from experienced leaders.

This is a sales-based role where your effort, resilience, and performance directly impact your earnings and progression.

Why Former Teachers Thrive in Education Recruitment

Teachers already have many of the skills needed to succeed in recruitment:

• Excellent communication skills
• Relationship building and networking
• Organisation and multitasking
• Resilience under pressure
• Understanding school staffing needs
• Supporting and guiding people

Your education experience gives you a huge advantage when working with schools and candidates.

Many of our ex-teachers are now among the highest billers and biggest success stories within the company.

What You'll Be Doing

• Recruiting teachers and support staff for schools across Liverpool and Merseyside
• Building long-term partnerships with schools and education professionals
• Interviewing and supporting candidates through the recruitment process
• Developing business with new and existing school clients
• Managing vacancies and placements
• Working towards clear targets with uncapped commission

Full Recruitment Training Provided

No recruitment experience is required.

Our Impact Academy provides:

• Industry-leading recruitment training
• Sales and negotiation coaching
• Business development support
• Client management training
• Performance and resilience coaching
• Structured career progression planning

You'll receive ongoing support from experienced managers and leaders who are invested in your success.

What We Offer

• £30,000 base salary
• Uncapped commission from day one
• Realistic Year 1 earnings of £35k-£45k
• 35 days annual leave
• Reduced working hours during school holidays
• International incentive trips
• Free breakfast, Friday socials, and gym benefits
• Clear progression opportunities into senior and leadership roles

Who We're Looking For

• Former teachers or education professionals looking for a career change
• Ambitious and target-driven individuals
• Strong communicators who enjoy building relationships
• Resilient and motivated personalities
• Full UK driving licence or driving test booked

Hiring Process

1. Initial phone screen with our Talent Team
2. Task stage
3. Interview with a Team Manager
4. Final interview with a Director or CEO

Apply today or send your CV to to start your career with Tradewind Recruitment in Liverpool.