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EdTech is changing fast and so is hiring. For women and senior leaders, strong experience is no longer enough. This article explores why career coaching EdTech is changing fast and so is hiring. Your strong experience is no longer enough. This article explores why career coaching and sector specific mentoring help clarify positioning, stand out in a crowded market, and navigate job transitions with confidence. sector specific mentoring help clarify positioning, stand out in a crowded market, and navigate job transitions with confidence.

LinkedIn in 2026 is no longer a passive job search tool. It is a community and networking platform where visibility, familiarity, and human connection shape career opportunities. This article explains how recruiters and companies now use LinkedIn, why old application strategies no longer work, and how small, consistent interactions within your sector can help you build trust, stay visible, and become a recognised professional in a crowded market.

In 2026, the job market is more competitive than ever. A solid CV isn’t enough. This guide explores innovative ways to stand out—from value-led pitches and portfolios to visibility tactics and LinkedIn presence. Don’t just apply—position yourself for success.

The EdTech market is currently defined by high competition and overwhelmed hiring teams. In this environment, experience alone isn't enough; candidates need clarity, focus, and connection to stand out.

Most job seekers waste time tweaking bullets and headlines without knowing if their changes actually matter. In a competitive EdTech market, this uncertainty leads to lost momentum and burnout. Stop guessing and start treating support as a strategy, not a weakness.

Most CVs never reach a hiring manager because they aren’t ATS friendly. Here is how to make your document readable, searchable and aligned with what EdTech employers look for in 2026.

LinkedIn is where most hiring decisions start. If your profile isn’t clear, keyword rich and active, you get overlooked long before anyone opens your CV. This RecruitHer guide explains how to optimise your LinkedIn in 2026 so EdTech recruiters and hiring managers actually find you.

The EdTech market is currently crowded and competitive, and "applying and praying" is no longer a viable strategy. If you are sending out CVs and hearing silence, learn how to cut through the noise by moving beyond the application portal.

Most candidates blame the ATS when they get ghosted by their dream EdTech role. In reality, the system isn’t rejecting them. Their CV simply isn’t visible or clear enough for a recruiter to move them forward. This guide breaks down how ATS tools really work in EdTech, the myths slowing candidates down, and what to do to make sure your application stands out every time.

While the 'Easy Apply' button offers convenience, it often comes at the cost of visibility. In this post, we explore why hiring managers often prioritise direct applications over the "noise" of one-click candidates. Discover why taking the "harder" route allows you to showcase your specific sector experience and intention, drastically increasing your chances of landing an interview. Do less, better.

Most job seekers are rejected long before a hiring manager ever sees their CV. ATS filters out applications that lack the right language, tools or structure. The post includes practical steps and a full FAQ to help candidates get noticed.

The EdTech market is noisy. Stand out with a CV that works for ATS and humans, show your network, name the institutions you worked with, avoid Easy Apply, stay visible, and use your sector experience loudly. In EdTech, your contacts often matter more than your tasks.

This enterprise sales guide outlines the role of an Enterprise Account Executive in EdTech with a focus on the UK and London market. It covers key responsibilities, working arrangements, salary expectations, company expectations and candidate advice for success in complex, high‑value sales.

This post explores the Account Executive role in EdTech from a UK and London perspective, covering responsibilities, hybrid vs remote work, salary expectations, realistic timelines for results and guidance on managing internal expectations and stakeholder complexity.

This blog post explores the Business Development Manager role in EdTech with a London and UK focus. It covers key responsibilities, salary benchmarks, career progression, required skills and what makes candidates stand out in this strategic commercial position.

A growing network for women in education, tech, data, and AI — to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of learning together.

Explore go-to-market careers in cybersecurity for the education sector, from marketing and product marketing to sales and customer success. Learn required skills, transferable experience from EdTech, salaries, and training options.

The Sales Development Representative is a foundational commercial role in the EdTech sector. This blog unpacks what makes a great SDR in the UK, especially in London, including typical responsibilities, salary benchmarks, and how to navigate remote, hybrid and office-based setups. Whether you’re transitioning from teaching or customer service, or already in tech sales, this is your roadmap to SDR success in EdTech.

Upskilling is the most direct and crucial step for edu professionals transitioning into the EdTech field. Your pedagogical knowledge is your most valuable asset, and upskilling gives you the technical and business-oriented skills to apply that knowledge in a new context.

This guide outlines the key differences teachers need to understand when transitioning from the classroom to an edtech role like Curriculum Designer.

Former edu professionals excel in EdTech sales & client roles. Learn how to leverage your edu experience in account management, SDR, and customer success—with data-backed transferable skills.