Connecting Great Schools with Fantastic ECTs Excellent Teachers Dedicated Support Staff Progressive School Leaders
Schools
Bespoke and cost-effective permanent, long-term supply and interim recruitment solutions for your school.
- Teacher Recruitment
- Leadership Recruitment
- Support Staff Recruitment
- School Improvement
Candidates
Supporting education professionals to excel in their specialisms whilst exploring new opportunities.
- Education Jobs
- CV Guidance
- Interview Preparation
- Relocation Opportunities
- Salary Negotiations
MAT Tutors
Delivering high quality intervention to support student learning.
- Experienced Tutors
- Face-to-Face Tutoring
- Online tutoring
- Subject Specialists
- GCSE Masterclasses
About MAT Recruitment
MAT Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment consultancy with over 30 years’ combined experience supporting schools and academies nationally, to overcome challenges they face in recruiting Headteachers, Senior Leaders, Teachers and Support Staff.
We offer a personalised approach to each client and candidate to ensure that the journey to find a positive outcome is achieved; whether it be hiring the right person or finding a new job.
MAT Recruitment operate a little differently from our competitors, we approach recruitment from another perspective. As a values-led business, we are committed to ensuring young people have access to the very best talent in education. Our mission is to improve outcomes for young people, through the successful placement of high-quality education staff via a robust, ethical and efficient recruitment service.
Our core values
Schools
MAT Recruitment provides bespoke and cost-effective recruitment solutions underpinned by our core values.
Our talented consultants have a secure understanding of the education landscape and will invest time to get to know your school, to source the right candidates. We have access to all major recruitment platforms and job boards and use a multi-channelled approach for candidate attraction. Additionally, we have amassed a large network of education professionals who look to us for support in finding their next role. Our recruitment campaign will look to raise the profile of your school and provide a professional and comprehensive service throughout.
If your school or trust is looking for recruitment support, please get in contact today.
School recruitment enquiry
If your School or Trust is looking for recruitment support, please register a vacancy or get in contact today using the form below.
“I would highly recommend MAT Recruitment for their endeavours in supporting schools to recruit. Marie & India have an excellent knowledge of the education landscape and have been instrumental in supporting me and my school with the current recruitment struggle in education. The task becomes a real team effort and the vital communication and updates mean the process is smooth from start to finish. Marie & India are exceptional and must be thanked for their assistance and professionalism.”
Andrew Galbraith – Principal
Candidates
Our specialist team of recruiters work hard to support you in securing your next role. We work across the sector supporting roles within Primary, Secondary, PRUs, Alternative and SEN Provisions.
We understand the key priorities when looking for your next position and endeavour to secure you an opportunity within a school, that aligns with your values, enabling you to excel in your specialism.
We provide access to exciting job opportunities and will guide you through the recruitment process, investing time to understand your professional aspirations and career highlights.
To see our latest Teaching, Support and Leadership roles, visit our jobs page.
“MAT recruitment are very passionate about dedicating their time where possible to help in every way. After I went to my interview, the school was very impressed as to what I had to offer to their institute and I was offered my first ever permanent Art Teacher role after 13 years of supply work.
I would generously recommend every teacher to please get in touch with MAT recruitment once and they will ensure you get the post suitable to your specialism.”
– Mohammed, Art Teacher
Register Your Details Today
Let MAT Recruitment help you find your dream education role
If you are considering a new teaching job, role within school leadership or education support, register your details with the team today and one of our experienced consultants will be in contact.
Education staff registration
If you are considering a new role in education, please leave your details and one of our experienced consultants will be in contact.
MAT Tutors
MAT Tutors offers catch-up and intervention programmes for students aged 5-16 years. Our MAT Tutors are high quality subject specialists, who provide each child with well-structured sessions designed to reinforce learning, raise attainment, build confidence, and achieve educational goals.
We offer a flexible approach for tuition, supporting schools with both in-person or online tuition programmes aligned to your school’s curriculum.
Become a Tutor – register your details?
“Working with MAT recruitment has provided me with the right support to kickstart my teaching career. My virtual tutoring experience has been greatly rewarding and has fuelled my passion for teaching even more.”
Inny – Maths Tutor
MAT Tutor registration
If you would like to join our group of approved tutors, please leave your details and one of our experienced consultants will be in contact.
Long-Term Supply Solutions
We know that maintaining continuity in the classroom is vital, even during periods of staff absence. That’s why we’ve expanded our service to include long-term supply recruitment for Schools and Trusts nationwide.
Whether you need cover for a term, maternity leave, long-term sickness, phased return, or a fixed-term vacancy, our team can quickly match you with skilled, fully vetted education professionals who can step in and make an immediate impact.
You’ll receive the same level of care, compliance, and quality that we’re known for, because we believe every placement, no matter the length, deserves excellence.
For more information, please click below.
Meet the MAT Recruitment Team
Marie Tormey
Managing Director
A fun fact? Marie was an extra in ITVs Daziel and Pasco when she was 16!
India Boardman
Director
India is the Director and Operations Manager at MAT Recruitment, with a sharp focus on both strategy and operations, India ensures everything runs smoothly! India’s experience within education and attention to detail, helps her to support her team in delivering exceptional recruitment services to candidates and clients alike.
Outside the office, India enjoys staying fit and active, spending time with family and friends, and exploring new places to eat. In her spare time, India is more than likely to be tuning into the newest true crime docuseries or reading, with her favourite book being Where the Crawdads Sings. Growing up, India dreamed of becoming a travel writer, and in school, she particularly enjoyed Dance, Law, and English—subjects which definitely reflect her wide-ranging interests.
A fun fact about India? She performed on stage as a ballerina until the age of 17!
Neelam Mahmood
Senior Education Recruitment Consultant
Neelam is a Senior Education Recruitment Consultant here at MAT Recruitment, specialising in long-term and permanent recruitment. Neelam is dedicated to finding the right match between candidates and schools, ensuring both clients and candidates receive the best possible support throughout the process. Her background in education and passion for supporting schools allows her to place the right professionals in these key roles.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with their two children, shopping, and trying out new food places. Her favourite books include The Kite Runner or anything by Colleen Hoover. Her favourite film is The Shawshank Redemption. Growing up, Neelam’s dream job was to become a primary school teacher, something she even trained to do before realising her true calling was in education recruitment! Her favourite subjects in school were PE at primary level and Drama in secondary school.
A fun fact? Neelam once skydived 13,000 feet for charity!
Amber Holbrook
Education Recruitment Consultant & MAT Tutor Co-ordinator
Amber is one of our Education Recruitment Consultant’s and the MAT Tutor Coordinator at MAT Recruitment, specialising in the recruitment of education professionals across the London region. Amber focuses on placing permanent staff in leadership, teaching, and support roles, ensuring the right match between candidates and schools. She also coordinates our tutoring programmes, delivering bespoke solutions to meet the needs of students!
A fun fact about Amber? Amber partook in Ballet, Tap, and Modern dance from the age of 3-16!
Diane Degnan
Education Recruitment Consultant
As an Education Recruitment Consultant at MAT Recruitment, with eight years of experience in Recruitment, Diane is passionate about supporting Schools with making lasting placements!
Outside of work, Diane enjoys going on long walks with her lively Blue Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Barney. She also has a passion for home decorating, often rearranging her space or shopping for new decor!
When it comes to entertainment, Diane is a big fan of Danielle Steel’s books – one is always packed in her suitcase when she travels! Her favourite film is Forrest Gump which she can watch on repeat. Growing up, Diane dreamed of becoming a paramedic! Her favourite subject in School was History, as she strongly believes in learning from the past to ensure it doesn’t repeat itself.
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Georgie Cully
Education Talent and Compliance Coordinator
Georgie coordinates our dedicated Resource & Compliance team at MAT Recruitment, ensuring that every candidate placed within Schools and Trusts meets the highest safeguarding and compliance standards. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to supporting both candidates and clients, Georgie plays a key role in streamlining the recruitment process and maintaining the quality and integrity of our service.
Outside of work, you’ll find Georgie cheering on Man City as a very dedicated season ticket holder, attending concerts, spending time with family and friends or singing her heart out! Aside from that you’ll find her watching her favourite TV show, Grey’s Anatomy. Growing up, Georgie dreamed of becoming a journalist, with her favourite subjects at School being English and French.
Sarah Abbott
Lead Marketing Officer
A fun fact about Sarah? She Irish danced for 11 years.
