How Recruitment Agencies Can Help You Transition into Teaching

Are you a tradesman looking to transition into teaching? If so, using a recruitment agency can be key to making that transition. Recruitment agencies have the industry knowledge and contacts necessary to help you find the job you have been looking for. Let’s look at some of the ways in which recruitment agencies are helpful when transitioning from trade to teaching.

Time & Effort Spent

Finding a job can be stressful and time-consuming — but with a recruitment agency, it doesn’t have to be! A good recruitment agency will take care of everything for you, from searching for roles to filing your application. This means that you don’t have to spend hours scrolling through job boards or completing tedious applications. All you need to do is provide them with information about what kind of role you’re looking for and they’ll do all the hard work for you.

Screening & Vetting Processes

A great thing about dealing with a recruitment agency is that they undertake all the screening and vetting processes on your behalf. This means that any potential employers will already have been checked out by the agency before they reach out to you — allowing you peace of mind while saving time during the job search process.

Money Saving 

As well as time-saving, using a recruitment agency can also save money — as many will negotiate rates on your behalf with any potential employers. This way, not only are you saving time by having an experienced third party handle all the paperwork for you, but also money because they will make sure that no employer is taking advantage of their candidates’ lack of knowledge when it comes to market rates.

Industry Knowledge

Finally, one of the biggest advantages of using a recruitment agency is their industry knowledge and contacts within their chosen field (in this case, teaching). They understand how different schools operate as well as what qualifications and experience each school looks for in applicants — meaning they can match applicants up with jobs far more efficiently than if applicants were doing this alone!

In summary, there are numerous benefits associated with using a recruitment agency when transitioning from trade into teaching. From saving time and effort spent searching for jobs to their money-saving negotiation skills and industry knowledge, recruiting companies greatly increase an applicant's chances of finding their dream role quickly and easily! Whether it's helping teachers find new roles or construction workers transition into teaching roles, agencies should be considered invaluable resource in today's competitive job market!

IronBridge Partners specialise in providing STEM, and construction teachers, assessors, and lecturers to schools, colleges, and training companies in the North of England and the Midlands. If you currently work in the trade and are looking to pass on your skills to the next generation on a part-time or full-time basis let us make the right connection and get in touch today 0333 026 333.