"Chris Rushton has been an absolute delight to work with! When I first began my job hunt in earnest, I was contacted by an astonishingly endless stream of educational recruiters aiming to get me onto their books. Chris first called me in October 2024 and although I was not looking for work in education at the time, I made a point to save his details over virtually 100 other emails and messages from other recruiters - and I'm hugely glad I did. I've found Chris to be incredibly personable and understanding, his approach is clearly client-oriented and supported by his existing experience in teaching. After I reached out in March, he worked tirelessly to complete the registration process as quickly as humanly possible, to the point where I had realistic work options through Engage merely one week later. He is a clear, frequent and reliable communicator and I really appreciate his hard work behind the scenes to organise placements that suit my needs and skill set - a feature I've found other recruiters more than ready to dismiss. I am hugely grateful to have found Chris and consider him the best educational recruiter out there, having spoken with many in the past few months. Based entirely on our interactions and his ability to find good and consistent work, I will be sure to refer any other prospective supply staff to Engage over any other agencies. Last but not least, Chris strikes me as a genuinely friendly guy and I can imagine he's great to have as a colleague."

C.Spence

"5 Stars in all areas. Really understands our school. Is personable and is always willing to support. "

P.Aggarwall Headteacher

"Quick responses and good working relationships - will always help when she can and listens to feedback about individuals. "

E. Jenner Deputy Headteacher

"Katie is very easily contactable (even though I don't always return the favour), she is very understanding of our needs and constantly updates us on situations. I don't think there is a position that I have sent that she has not been able to fill. She is also very personable and not pushy, which goes a long way when dealing with agencies!"

F.Fraser Operations Manager

"Katie understands the time pressures and needs to find high-quality teachers."

L.Watters Deputy Headteacher

"Katie always responds to our needs immediately. She knows the school extremely well and always supports and responds to us accordingly. She provides excellent service."

P. Bulman Deputy Headteacher and SENDCo

"Alice has worked over time to build up consistency and trust with us. We really value her honesty, efficiency and communication."

R.Bates Headteacher

"Alice King is an excellent consultant who completely understands the ethos of our school and the way we work.  Cover has always been provided taking into account the school requirements and the supplies skills set. She has always provided excellent communication which is both honest and reflective."

S.Deanus Headteacher

"Alice is honest and productive in all that she does for Norbury.  She has visited the school, understands our needs and knows what whether a candidate will fit or not.  Her honesty and professionalism means that we rarely get clients who do not fit our school - and when we do she speedily sorts out and we start again.  Unlike other agents, Alice puts the school before herself.  She will not send in anyone who will 'just do' and she is honest if the candidate needs some further understanding.  Alice has really supported us during our vast numbers of maternities and staff with ill health. We always know that we will get a person who has been briefed about the school and will be ready for the classroom.  Alice has gone out of her way to have meetings on site and work alongside anyone who needs it, as well as listening to them, so that the school, the candidate and the school are working as a strong partnership."

L.Browning Headteacher

"Alice is an amazing consultant; she takes the time to get to know her schools and their needs. She asks both specific and open ended questions to support the appointment process allowing her to be accurate with the staff she refers and completely honest with any feedback or next steps. I have complete trust in the work that Alice does as I feel that it further supports the students and staff in my school, thus allowing us to move forward positively."

I.Sutherland Headteacher