Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Education Recruitment Services in the UK
Now Education has been connecting schools with exceptional educators since 2010, specialising in Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and SEND placements across England and Wales. With six regional offices and a team of specialist consultants, we combine cutting-edge recruitment technology with a people-first approach to deliver compliant, high-calibre staff. Our equity programme fosters professional growth, while our proprietary app streamlines bookings, availability, and payroll management. We supply over 500 schools weekly, ensuring continuity in education through daily cover, long-term placements, and permanent roles.Our SiR accreditation underscores our commitment to safeguarding and industry best practices, supported by rigorous vetting processes including enhanced DBS checks and qualification verification. We prioritise transparency, maintaining trust through honest communication and tailored recruitment solutions that align with each school's unique needs. With over 3,000 candidates in our network, we provide flexibility for educators and reliable staffing solutions for schools, backed by weekly management reports and half-termly impact assessments.
Services
Supply Teacher Recruitment
SEND Staff Placement
Permanent Teaching Roles
App-Based Booking System
Safeguarding Compliance
Regional Consultant Support
Weekly Payroll Services
DBS Vetting Process
Equity Partner Programme
School Partnership Management
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Over a decade of experience in education recruitment
- Regional offices ensuring localised expertise
- Proprietary app for seamless bookings and payroll
- Rigorous safeguarding with SiR accreditation
- Partnerships with 750+ schools weekly
Associations and certifications
- Standards in Recruitment (SiR)
What people say
Fantastic and easy to navigate
Absolute godsend
Proactive agency
Seamless recruitment experience
Trusted partners
Services
Supply Teacher Recruitment
We source qualified supply teachers for Primary, Secondary, and SEND schools across England and Wales. Our candidates undergo rigorous vetting, including enhanced DBS checks and qualification verification. Educators receive weekly payments and flexible scheduling through our proprietary app.
SEND Staff Placement
Specialist consultants match SEND-qualified staff with schools requiring expertise in special educational needs. All candidates complete safeguarding training and have proven experience in tailored learning environments. We ensure compliance with statutory requirements for vulnerable pupils.
Proprietary Recruitment Technology
Our app enables real-time availability updates, payslip management, and secure consultant communication. Features include document uploads for compliance records and instant notifications about booking changes, streamlining the recruitment process for educators and schools.
Safeguarding Compliance
We adhere to SiR-accredited standards, conducting enhanced DBS checks, reference verifications, and eligibility assessments. Our processes align with Department for Education guidelines, ensuring all staff meet statutory requirements for working with children.
Regional Consultant Support
Seven regional offices provide area-specific knowledge, with consultants specialising in local education networks. This structure enables rapid response times for daily cover requests and tailored long-term staffing solutions aligned with community needs.
People
Alex Westworth
Job Role
Regional consultant with expertise in matching educators to school requirements, leveraging local market knowledge to ensure optimal placements for teaching staff and institutions.
Gary Redman
Job Role
Experienced recruitment specialist focusing on permanent teaching positions, providing strategic guidance to educators seeking long-term career opportunities within the education sector.
Questions
How do I become a supply teacher with Now Education?
Qualified teachers need subject-specific degrees and QTS. Non-qualified candidates require a 2:2 degree plus QTS. Contact us for specific pathway guidance.
What documents are required for registration?
Bring updated CV, original qualifications, identity proof, address verification, NI number, and teaching references for streamlined registration.
How quickly can schools get staff placements?
Daily cover requests receive responses within 5 minutes. Long-term placements are arranged within one working day through our regional networks.
Do you charge fees for supply staff?
No fees apply for supply staff placements. DBS check costs may apply for new candidates requiring enhanced disclosures.
How are candidates vetted?
All candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, reference verification, qualification validation, and safeguarding training aligned with statutory requirements.
Can I choose my working locations?
Set your availability through our app to select preferred schools and regions, with consultants matching you to suitable vacancies in England and Wales.
