Education Recruitment

Education is the cornerstone of a prosperous society and providing quality support to students is crucial for their academic success. The National Tutoring Programme (NTP) has emerged as a game-changer, offering funding and tutor partnerships to schools. With the recent Government announcement that funding for schools using the programme has doubled! The NTP addresses the financial …

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As we continue to drive progress within education after the shock of the last few years, the UK government’s spring budget 2023 has been eagerly anticipated. Overall, it was reported that there has been little financial gifting to the education sector however there are a number of important measures that will affect the education sector …

The Budget 2023 Read More »

Applying for a job in the education sector can be a challenging task, to stand out from the crowd, you need to show that you have the right qualifications, skills, and experience that make you the perfect fit for the job. Here are some tips to help you stand out in your application for an …

How to: Make Your Application Stand Out! Read More »

As the New Year fast approaches, you may be thinking of your New Years Resolutions and what they may mean to you. For some, it may be booking that holiday that you have promised yourself you would go on for years or sign up to your local gym and use your membership! For others, New …

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Offering a seamless recruitment journey is of upmost importance as it is the primary introduction for a candidate, providing an indication of the schools ethos and values. As understood, recruitment and sales are regarded as one and the same and they should be treated as such. For the purpose of this blog, consumer purchase decisions …

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Recent research from Schools Week has reviewed the success of the NTP programme, considering how effective one of the biggest education experiments ever conducted in England’s schools has impacted the education of those in need of intervention or extra support. It is stated that the challenge now that schools are free to decide how to …

MAT Tutors: How Can We Provide Effective Tuition For All? Read More »

There is absolutely no doubt that decolonising the National Curriculum has been a battle for decades and is an issue educators face when teaching students. By interrogating the biases and assumptions that underpin current education arrangements, the decolonisation process opens education up to reflecting alternative knowledge systems, philosophies and perspectives. So-called ‘protecting’ our students over …

Black History Month: How Black History is taught in our schools Read More »

Yes, it’s that time of year again – it’s World Teacher Day 2022! Today we take time to reflect and thank all of the outstanding contributions teacher’s make across the world and how their support creates opportunities and potential for young people all around the globe. The theme for World Teachers’ Day this year is: …

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Have you graduated this year or recently graduated and looking to make your next steps? Or maybe you’ve been considering changing to the teaching vocation? Why not make your mark and gain your teaching qualification? In the past week the Department for Education have brought attention to the need for trainee teachers across all curriculum subjects. …

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The last two weeks have included some of the most important days within the education calendar- A-Level and GCSE results day. Not only is it important for our students, as they gain qualifications which will help them shape their future but also it is a vital indicator for our schools, making up a large part …

Exam Results 2022 Read More »

It may seem like just yesterday that the 2021/2022 Academic Year began but here we are in the penultimate week of the last term. For many, the excitement of the upcoming summer (and lovely weather) is helping them through these final few days. However, some may be dreading the beginning of the September term. Here …

School’s Out For Summer! Read More »

With the final term of the academic year and school exams the focal point for most, many schools are offering free school breakfasts for those taking their exams. This is through an effort to support the rising number of families who are struggling with the costs of the living crisis. As Headteachers have found, offering a …

Fostering The Right Environment For Education- It’s Simple! Read More »

Have you just graduated and are now looking to answer the ‘call’ of the real world? Or maybe you’ve been stuck in the same role for a while and are looking for a fresh start- a chance to make your mark. Now, the question I pose to you is, why not make your mark in …

Just Graduated? Looking for a career change? Get into Teaching today! Read More »

Post- Covid life has altered in many ways, and as we have seen the effects of the health crisis are still socially and economically impacting us. As discussed repeatedly on the news, alongside many society shaping events there now lies the ongoing ‘living’ crisis. In short, the ‘living’ crisis denotes the sharp rising costs due …

How do we keep up with the changing habits of job seekers? Read More »

MAT Recruitment was set up in 2018 as a specialist education recruitment consultancy in order to support schools, academies and trusts nationally in overcoming recruitment challenges faced when hiring long-term and permanent roles. Since our founding we have expanded to include the recruitment of Headteachers, Senior Leaders, Teachers, Support Staff and Tutors!  With over 25 …

We’re Hiring: Could you be part of the team? Read More »

Conceived during the midst of the Covid-19 Pandemic, MAT Tutors was set up to address a growing demand and provide a vital support system for students aged between 5 & 16 requiring academic help. As early research indicated that these short term, targeted teaching sessions are effective in helping students accelerate learning and improve their …

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For many of us the Lockdown of 2020 (and 2021) may seem like a distant memory, long ago were the days you and the family would set Joe Wicks’ newest fitness routine up each morning, followed by an afternoon of home schooling and then finishing up the day by taking your one allocated walk. Although, …

Looking Back: Learning from Lockdown Read More »

Although likely as we are to shout about our brilliant services and great opportunities that we offer candidates and clients alike, little will know the story of our origin and why for us being a female ran business founds the very core of our commitments. That’s why with International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month …

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An ECT, previously known as NQT, is an early career teacher. For those just starting out, entering the classroom and the staff room as the new teacher is no easy feat and can be quite overwhelming. However, it is also a fundamental moment for ECTs, as their first role will continue to shape their teaching …

Why Should You Hire ECTS this September ? Read More »

This week is Children’s Mental Health Week, and due to the disruption over the last two years wellbeing and caring for your mental health has never been so important. According to the BBC, 46% of secondary schools agreed that pupils’ mental and emotional health was the biggest challenge in helping them catch up to learning. …

Children’s Mental Health Week Read More »

Your CV is the first impression a prospective employer will get of you and that’s why it is so important to structure your CV to showcase the best of what you’ve got! Ensuring it accurately sells your skills and experience, showing them that you are the right person for the job! So, within this blog …

The Recruitment Process: How to write a CV that makes you stand out! Read More »

They say that teaching is one of the most commendable careers and we believe that is true for every role involved in the Education sector, from leaders to support staff. Not only this, but teaching is a diverse career, including all. Here at MAT Recruitment, we work with candidates of all levels from ECTs to …

Thinking out Loud: Recruiting Baby Boomers to Generation Z Read More »

For us here at MAT Recruitment, 2021 has been a brilliant year and in this blog we would like to share our achievements! Reflecting upon this last year, we have been fortunate to have achieved so much, especially through previous lockdowns, restrictions and mitigating the unknown.  Firstly, we are proud to announce that we achieve …

Reflecting Upon 2021! Read More »

Unbelievably, we have now reached the end of the Autumn term, and whilst I am sure many have been counting down the days until the Christmas Break, it is important that you reflect on the great work that has been put in by all this term and ensure that you take time this relax. We …

End of Term and Happy Holidays to All! Read More »

As we are drawing nearer to the end of the year, for many it may seem as if the search for that new job you’ve been dreaming about is on hold. Here at MAT Recruitment, we are here to reassure you that the job search can still continue over the festive period! Our expert team of …

There’s still time to secure your next role! Read More »

We are now fast approaching the run up to Christmas 2021; whilst some are reluctant to begin the festivities just yet, here at MAT Recruitment we wanted to share the work we are doing to ensure that we fully embody the true Christmas spirit of giving back to our communities and putting others before ourselves. We …

How we are giving back this Christmastime! Read More »

We are proud to announce that we have officially formed a partnership with Aldridge Education as their preferred recruitment partner! Aldridge Education is a Multi-Academy Trust composing of 11 Schools across the UK, as a not-for-profit trust, Aldridge works closely with their family of schools and colleges located in the North West, London and South East. …

Our Partnership with Aldridge Education Read More »

For many, Education recruitment involves what it says on the tin and that is getting brilliant educators and leaders into roles in fantastic Schools that fit their desires. However, here at MAT Recruitment we understand that a School doesn’t just operate effectively with only teaching staff, but it is the many non-teaching roles who are …

MAT Recruitment, no ordinary recruitment firm! Read More »

As we all settle into the new term, many schools and trusts will now be looking forward to the January recruitment window, here at MAT we aim to take the stress out of recruiting, ensuring that you can find that best fit match for your school or trust through a smooth and effective recruitment process. Our …

Taking the stress out of Recruiting Read More »

Here at MAT Recruitment, we are constantly striving for excellence in education, pushing the boundaries of recruitment through providing high quality candidates to work in our fantastic schools and multi academy trusts so that our young people get access to the very best education! To deliver on this promise we have taken time to create the …

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Have you recently graduated, considering your next steps in the education sector or know someone who is? Why not consider tutoring? Over the last 18 months it has become ever more important for students to have access to catch up or intervention tutoring and therefore there has never been a better time for you to become …

Looking for your next role in education? Read More »

As we fast approach the end of Summer, we are now looking forward to the beginning of the new academic year! September marks a fresh start for many after a year which has been a challenge for all. At the centre of the disruption is our students, with the true social and educational impacts yet …

Back to School 2021 Read More »

“Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much” – Helen Keller MAT Recruitment was set up in 2018 as a specialist education recruitment consultancyin order to support schools, academies and trusts nationally in overcoming recruitment challenges faced when hiring Headteachers, Senior Leadership, Teachers, Support Staff and most recently Tutors! With over 25 years’ …

Working with MAT Recruitment: Could you be part of the team? Read More »

Finally, the day has arrived: after sending your details and CV into MAT Recruitment, discussing your options with our education recruitment consultants, you have just received a call from one of our consultants stating that you have being offered an interview at a local school! Traditionally, an interview serves the purpose of allowing the employer to …

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Impacting all walks of life, transforming the way we live and work, and as we will discuss during this blog, the way we teach and learn. The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted many industries; however, it can be argued that the Education industry has been one of those most shaken. To some the early school closures of …

The future of Education: Lesson learnt from the Pandemic Read More »

The recruitment process can be extremely overwhelming for many, here at MAT Recruitment we aim to take the stress out of recruitment by providing you with the best matched job possible. This aim is achieved through our smooth step by step recruitment process, which allows you to stay fully informed throughout the recruitment journey. Initially, after …

The Recruitment Process: Taking it Step by Step Read More »

Last week, the Department for Education announced that they are increasing funding and expansion of support for pupils to combat learning loss as part of their education recovery plans.   Highlighted as an area of concern, recently it has been reported that the secondary Covid-19 UK lockdown has further disrupted pupils progress in core subjects such as …

Catch Up Funding: How We Can Help! Read More »

Becoming a teacher can be the most fulfilling career choice, as you help shape and guide pupils in preparation for their future. The importance of the profession cannot be understated, I am sure that majority of us can name our favourite teacher someone who influenced us in our younger years, that speaks volumes. Those who …

Considering a Career in Teaching? Read More »

Spring is the season most associated with growth, new beginnings, optimism and its certainly reflective through the increase in applications received this time of year as candidates look for the next step in their career.    We at MAT Recruitment are specialists focusing exclusively on the education sector, with established, long term, trusted partnerships with candidates, schools, …

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Approaching the end of the academic year is an incredibly busy period for all in the education sector and this is often compounded by schools and multi academy trusts needing to recruit new staff in preparation for the start of the new term.    That’s where we at MAT Recruitment are here to help, maximising your time …

Schools…Let us help you to reduce the risk in recruitment! Read More »

Building upon their established reputation in the education recruitment sector, MAT Recruitment are pleased to announce the expansion of their service offerings with the launch of MAT Tutors.   Arguably, young students have been one of the most affected groups during the pandemic, with schools going through closures due to the lockdowns, students have missed out on …

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It can be daunting and extremely overwhelming for those embarking on their professional careers in teaching. The first step and right opportunity is essential and that’s where we at MAT Recruitment can help. ‘Excellence in Education’ is one of our main principles, which we are constantly striving towards and believe that the appropriate training and …

The first step in your teaching career Read More »

The recruitment of a new Headteacher is one of the most important tasks a Governing Body can undertake. This critical appointment can determine the future success of the school. It is essential to give the process due care, thought and attention in order to get it right first time. There are many ways in which …

Get a head start on Headteacher Recruitment Read More »

It’s a line much-loved by primary school teachers, but in honour of World Thinking Day on Friday February 22nd, what can schools do to get pupils, teachers and school leaders alike to think about things a little differently? The event is the brainchild of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, and operates …

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At MAT Recruitment we aim to make a positive impact on the education and teaching industry, by filling roles in schools with the best candidates, helping both schools and candidates to reach their potential. The year is young and yet we are already hard at work ensuring all our clients are taken care of and …

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A new national strategy has been announced by the government to boost teacher recruitment and improve retention of teachers once they are in the profession. The initiative aims to support teachers throughout their careers, reducing the profession’s drop-out rate in the first few years while retaining more experienced teachers in the education sector for longer. …

A national strategy to boost teacher recruitment Read More »

MAT Recruitment’s One, Two and Three education recruitment campaigns have been designed to meet you schools’ requirements, giving you a choice of what’s included when you use our managed recruitment service. All three campaigns offer exceptional results, tailored to reach different target audiences online and in major news outlets including education-specific publications. So what’s included …

Education recruitment campaigns to suit all roles Read More »

Manchester, UK (May 17th 2019) – Education recruitment specialists MAT Recruitment proudly celebrated 12 months of hugely successful operations on May 5th 2019.   Highlights of the company’s first year include:   ● Company founders Marie and India share over 25 years’ experience in education recruitment and are paving the way to revolutionise the education …

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Manchester, UK (May 17th 2019) – Education recruitment specialists MAT Recruitment are pleased to announce a new partnership to deliver staffing solutions to schools in six Church of England dioceses in the North of England.   The new arrangement includes:   ● 1 partnership with DBE Recruitment Services supporting Teacher and Leadership recruitment across the …

Diocese partnership brings MAT Recruitment staffing solutions to northern C of E schools Read More »

If you have never worked with a recruiter before then you may be dubious or have questions about how a recruiter operates? There are many misconceptions in regards to working with a recruiter in the search for your next perfect role, the main one being that we charge you for our service, or take money …

What is it like working with an education recruiter? Read More »

Recruitment agencies help candidates in all sectors to find their next roles during a job search, but in the education sector MAT Recruitment stand head and shoulders above the rest. Our unique teacher recruitment services mean candidates are able to access the very best opportunities the British teaching sector has available, and we work hard …

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When you have school teacher vacancies to fill, understandably you want to get the right person for the job – but all too often, it can be difficult to find any talented, enthusiastic candidates with the right qualifications and experience. There can be any number of reasons for this, but the important thing to remember …

Why do schools struggle to recruit first time? Read More »