Dixon's first job was at Ladbrokes,[15] although she aspired to become a PE teacher after leaving college.[15] After completing a diploma course in sports studies,[15] she had planned to take up a place at Loughborough University,[16] but at dance classes in London she was approached by a talent scout from a production company.[17] While travelling back home on the train she was approached by another scout who was forming a group and asked if she was interested.[17]