Staffing for Schools

The importance of an effective SEMH framework in schools
SEMH (social, emotional and mental health) support is essential for wellbeing, behaviour and learning. Schools that invest in the right...
What is Pupil Premium?
The Pupil Premium is a vital source of additional funding for schools in England, designed to help disadvantaged pupils achieve...
What is SEN allowance for teachers?
Teachers are dedicated to providing quality education for all students, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). One important aspect...
5 useful questions to ask in an SEN interview
When it comes to hiring for SEN (Special Educational Needs) roles, asking the right questions is crucial to finding the...
Top teaching assistant skills and qualities schools should prioritise when hiring
In 2025, teaching assistants (TAs) are more important to school success than ever before. As teacher recruitment challenges continue and...
5 key benefits of using a supply teaching agency
Teacher recruitment is becoming increasingly challenging across the UK, and so schools are seeking smarter solutions to maintain exceptional standards...
5 ways hiring international teachers can solve the staffing crisis
The UK education sector is facing a critical shortage of teachers. Recent data shows that in 2022/2023, 39,971 teachers left...
Top 5 Benefits of Hiring a Cover Supervisor
Teacher absences are part and parcel of school life – whether it’s due to illness, training, or personal commitments. In...
5 ways to address SEND staff shortages
The shortage of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) staff has become a critical challenge for schools across the UK....
5 Great Reasons Why You Should Hire Overseas Teachers
We are proud to say that we’ve been recruiting and relocating international teachers for schools across England since 2008! The...
How to sponsor the best international talent for your teacher roles in the UK
The UK recognises the immense value international teachers bring to its classrooms. As schools strive to create diverse, culturally rich...
How we support clients beyond traditional teaching roles
When partnering with an education recruiter, there can be misconceptions about the roles that the agency can fill. At Engage,...
Become a partner school of the Engage Teacher Training Programme
We are incredibly proud to have a Teacher Training Programme, enabling us to upskill and inspire the next generation of...
The 5 essential steps for schools to hire the best tutors
As schools aim to provide exceptional educational experiences for their pupils, hiring the right tutors is essential. Below, we take...
Why your school should consider recruiting international teaching staff
Recruiting high-quality staff is always going to be a priority for schools across the country; however, the best schools ensure...
Importance of SEND inclusion in mainstream schools
With reports of SEND pupils being increasingly “pushed out” of mainstream schools and into special schools, we wanted to highlight...
How to get a school-led tutoring grant
As part of the National Tutoring Programme (NTP), a school-led tutoring grant was designed to help schools and disadvantaged children...
Dealing with teacher anxiety
It is no secret that teaching can be a stressful profession. Teachers themselves have to be feeling mentally strong in...
7 great reasons to hire graduates
Hiring an experienced teacher has many benefits and will often seem like the only right approach, however, graduates offer a...
How to spot the signs of bullying at school | Engage Education
Bullying is sadly very common in both primary and secondary schools, with one in five (20%) students reporting being bullied...
How To Use Your Apprenticeship Account
Using your school’s apprenticeship levy doesn’t have to be complicated, in this article we will explore how to access potentially...
Closing The Gap: The Benefits Of Small Group Tuition
Now that schools are returning up and down the country, it’s time for education professionals to focus on closing the...
How To Offer Trainee Teacher Support | Engage Education
Trainee teachers have always played an essential role in the classroom but now they form part of the government’s plans...