Why Us?

Experiences and relationships matter more than ever…

It’s no secret that working in education is tough. That’s why our role in your career doesn’t stop at just finding you your next job.

Three in five people working in education say their work performance has suffered as a result of mental health problems, such as anxiety, stress, or depression. At Engage, we know it is vital to ensure that teachers have someone to lean on in difficult times.

We’re proud to have teamed up with Education Support Partnership, the UK’s only charity providing mental health and wellbeing support services to all education staff. This exclusive partnership means all of our teachers have access to 24 hour confidential support services, available 365 days a year. These telephone and messaging services are manned by specialist counsellors who really understand the demands of working in education.

We are also committed to supporting the continuing professional development of the teachers we work with, through one-on-one training, CPD events, and our partnership with Creative Education.

Read the testimonials from our teachers who Know the benefits of these relationships first-hand:

"It was the right decision for me to move to London and an even better decision working with Engage. I was given the opportunity to teach in many different schools that built my confidence and character which has benefited me greatly. All Engage consultants have been nothing but professional and kind towards me. Any difficulties I have had, no matter how big or small, they have always been just a phone call away. It is never easy moving to a new country and having the support network there has made it so much easier. A huge thanks to my consultant who not only is efficient and reliable but always approachable with any issues. This September, I take on a new teaching position and I can’t thank Engage Education enough for assisting me in getting where I am today. "

Niamh

"My consultant contacted me several times in the first couple weeks to check up on me to make sure I was OK and to find out how my apartment shopping was going. Engage helped supply teachers by having a training day. This allowed me the opportunity to learn about the differences between teaching in Canada and UK. It also let me to make some friends with other Engage supply teachers. When I started working, my consultant, worked with me to find me supply teaching positions. Not only did they call to give me what school I was going to, they also asked me how I found the school. As well, my consultant helped give me directions to the schools I was assigned. After working with Engage for four months, it has been a positive experience."

Christa

"The SGP contract gives me the security of regular pay so I know I can always pay my living expenses on time. I have enjoyed working with Joel and Kim as my consultants who provide a personalised service with prompt responses from inquiries and calls to see how your day went when entering different schools. I would recommend Engage Education to anyone seeking supply teaching in London and I am looking forward to my second term teaching in a few weeks’ time. Firstly, I wanted to thank you for all you hard work and support last week. I am still in awe at the level of organisation, professionalism, and dedication that was demonstrated by the Engage staff. I am truly looking forward to working with you and your colleagues over the coming year. "

Tessa

Engage in statistics:

Since 2008 we have filled 102,437 teaching positions in the UK. Our iday events have sourced 1,032 international teachers for exciting UK-based teaching roles.

Learn more about iday

Why Engage?

  • Free return flights and accommodation to attend iday
  • Ongoing professional support from our expert Learning & Development Team
  • Access to our friendly Community Support Team for social networking and transitional support
  • 24/7 mental health and psychological support from our partners at Education Support Partnership
  • Continuous free professional development workshops
  • Travel discounts with our partner STA travel
  • Support from your own personal Irish consultant with UK teaching experience
  • Ongoing guidance and relocation support
  • Social activities with other teachers in your area
  • We’re dedicated to ensuring a satisfying work/life balance

Recognition

Since 2008, we have blazed a trail of innovation and new ideas within recruitment, continuously working to raise the standards of teaching, for both pupils and teachers.

We are always looking at ways to be better – for schools, for teachers, and for pupils. We are immensely proud to have received the following awards and recognition for our progressive approach:

Education Investor:

Best Recruitment Service: 2012, 2014, 2015 and 2016. (Finalist 2013 and 2017)

London Stock Exchange Group’s, 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain:

2017

The Sunday Times, Virgin Fast Track 100:

2014 (51st), 2015 (44th), 2016 (99th)