Join Our Team as a Sales Development Representative!
Location: London, UK (Oval)
Type: Full Time (5 days in office with remote options during school holidays)
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum + Uncapped Commission
Hello, I’m Nick, Head of Sales Development at Zen Educate.
We are seeking enthusiastic Sales Development Representatives to become the initial touchpoint for new schools, fostering engagement with our innovative solutions.
As an SDR, you will be on the frontlines, introducing headteachers and school leaders to a smarter, more equitable, and cost-effective method of hiring exceptional educators. If you have a passion for connecting with people, aspire to enter the tech space, and want to make a meaningful difference, we invite you to continue reading.
Why This Role Matters
Zen Educate is revolutionizing education staffing. With UK schools investing over £2bn annually on supply staff and a substantial portion going to recruiters, we have created a more efficient system: a tech-driven platform that connects schools directly with teachers, saving time, money, and reducing stress.
Since our inception in 2017, we have saved schools over £30 million, and we are just getting started. In 2024, we successfully completed the largest EdTech funding round in Europe and are rapidly expanding across the UK and US.
We are looking for a driven, focused, and friendly individual to join our high-performing SDR team. This role offers an excellent entry point into Tech and SaaS sales with robust support, clear career progression, and abundant opportunities for growth.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Here’s what you can expect to do daily:
- Reach out to prospective schools via phone, email, and LinkedIn, serving as their first impression of Zen Educate.
- Master the art of storytelling to confidently communicate about our platform and mission.
- Engage in insightful conversations to understand the unique needs of each school and pinpoint how we can add value.
- Schedule meetings for our Account Managers and Executives to showcase our platform and offerings.
- Utilize the Zen Platform to manage your outreach and sales pipeline.
- Collaborate with our educators to help them find exciting job opportunities at new schools, creating profiles, and facilitating placements!
- Work closely with the new business team to ensure consistent progress and success.
- Experiment with innovative strategies to drive continued success.
- Celebrate your victories and learn from every interaction.
What Makes This Role Unique ⭐
You will be the face of Zen Educate for new schools, establishing the foundation for enduring partnerships.
You’ll directly collaborate with top-performing SDRs and a supportive team dedicated to your success.