EngageNow is a free mobile app that helps school staff in the UK — from teachers and teaching assistants to caretakers, site managers, administrators, and back office support — find local school jobs and manage their work on the go. Built by Engage Education, a specialist education recruitment agency with over 15 years of experience, the app connects you directly with schools needing day-to-day, short-term, long-term, and permanent staff.

EngageNow is designed for anyone looking for work in UK schools — not just classroom staff. That includes qualified teachers, early career teachers (ECTs), teaching assistants, cover supervisors, SEND specialists, as well as caretakers, site managers, school administrators, finance and HR staff, receptionists, and other back office and support roles. Whether you want occasional day-to-day supply, regular long-term placements, or a permanent role, the app caters to school staff at every stage of their career.

Yes, EngageNow is completely free to download and use. There are no subscription fees, hidden charges, or costs for applying to jobs. You’ll also get access to free CPD (Continuing Professional Development) resources and can earn Amazon rewards through the referral programme at no cost.

Download the app from the App Store, then register using your email address and phone number. You’ll verify your account via OTP (one-time password). Once registered, you’ll be guided through setting up your profile, including your role, qualifications, subjects, and travel preferences so we can match you with the most relevant jobs near you.

EngageNow sends instant push notifications when new roles matching your profile become available in your area. You can customise your notification preferences in the app to control how and when you hear about opportunities, so you never miss a job that suits you without being overwhelmed by alerts.

When a matching job appears, tap to view details including the school, date, role, and pay. If you’re interested, apply with one tap directly from the app. Your consultant at Engage Education will then confirm the booking. Similarly, if you’re not interested in a booking, you can simply tap ‘Not interested!’

The Home dashboard shows today’s bookings, upcoming work for the week, and pending timesheets at a glance. You can view your unapproved timesheets, get directions to your school, and view key information in one place.

Yes. For any booking, you can tap through to get directions directly from your phone. This is especially useful if you’re working at different schools each day, helping you plan your commute and arrive on time without having to search for school addresses separately.

EngageNow covers the full range of roles that keep schools running — not just classroom-based work. You’ll find opportunities across primary, secondary, and SEND settings, including:

Teaching & classroom roles — qualified teachers, ECTs, teaching assistants, cover supervisors, HLTAs, and SEND specialists.

Non-teaching & school support roles — caretakers, site managers, cleaners, school administrators, finance and HR staff, receptionists, exam invigilators, lunchtime supervisors, and other back office staff.

Roles are available as day-to-day supply, short-term bookings, long-term placements, and permanent positions. Update your role preferences, subjects, and travel distance in your profile to make sure you only see opportunities that fit what you’re looking for.

Absolutely. EngageNow is built around flexibility. You can set your availability day by day, mark yourself unavailable during holidays, and only accept bookings that fit your schedule. This makes it ideal for school staff balancing work with other commitments, returning to work, or wanting more control over their work-life balance.

Go to the My Profile section to update your role, subjects, key stages, qualifications, and how far you’re willing to travel. Keeping this information current ensures you get matched with the most relevant jobs. You can update your profile anytime, which is particularly helpful if your availability or preferences change term to term.

Yes. EngageNow follows strict UK data protection standards and GDPR requirements. Your personal data is only used to match you with suitable jobs and manage your bookings with schools. You can review the full privacy policy on the Engage Education website, and your information is never sold to third parties.

Yes, EngageNow works alongside registration with Engage Education as your recruitment agency. This means you get the benefit of a dedicated consultant, compliance support, and access to schools they partner with. If you’re not yet registered, the app will guide you through the process when you sign up.

No. Your profile and activity on EngageNow are private and only visible to Engage Education and schools you actively engage with through the app. If you’re currently employed and exploring supply work discreetly, you can use the app without your current employer being notified.

EngageNow gives you free access to professional development and CPD resources through the app, helping you keep your skills current and progress your career. This includes training relevant to your role — from classroom practice and subject-specific development for teaching staff to safeguarding, compliance, and other school-relevant courses for support and back office roles. All included as part of being registered with Engage Education at no extra cost.

Payment for any work you do through EngageNow is processed by Engage Education’s in-house payroll team based on approved timesheets and your choice of pay method. You can track the status of your timesheets in the app. Specific pay rates depend on your role, experience, and the booking type. Your consultant can confirm exact rates and payment schedules when you register.

Through the My Referrals feature, you can invite friends to join EngageNow using your unique link. When they register and complete qualifying work, you earn Amazon voucher rewards. The app tracks your referral status from Invited to Completed and lets you claim rewards easily when they’re ready. It’s a simple way to earn extra while helping fellow school staff find work.

You can contact your dedicated Engage Education consultant directly, or reach out to the support team through the app’s help section. Because EngageNow is backed by a real recruitment agency rather than just software, you get genuine human support for both app issues and your broader job search.