Education Recruitment Specialists

Exceptional educators, placed where they’re needed most.

MAT Recruitment connects schools across England with fully compliant, DBS-checked supply teachers — and gives education professionals a trusted home for their career.

GCA

Framework Supplier

DBS

All Staff Checked

24h

Typical Placement

Currently available

Ready to place this week

Primary Teachers Secondary Maths SEN Support Teaching Assistants English & Literacy + More roles

Every placement includes

Enhanced DBS check
Right to work verified
Professional references
Qualified & subject-matched
Free to schools — always

500+

Schools

24hr

Typical

GCA

Approved

“MAT filled our Year 6 cover within hours. Fully DBS-checked and ready on day one.”

Primary School, Greater Manchester

500+

Schools Served

2,400+

Educators Placed

24hr

Average Placement

100%

DBS Compliant

Who we work with

Two distinct services. One trusted agency. Whether you need to fill a classroom or build a career, MAT Recruitment has you covered.

For Schools

Reliable cover, every time you need it.

From same-day cover to long-term placements, we provide fully vetted, DBS-checked educators ready for your classroom. GCA Framework approved — simplified procurement for member schools.

  • Long-term and short-term supply
  • Full compliance and safeguarding checks
  • GCA Framework approved supplier
  • Dedicated account manager
Get in touch

For Educators

Your career, on your terms.

Register once and access supply roles that fit your skills and schedule. We handle compliance, CPD, and payroll — you focus on teaching. Flexible work with a team that knows education.

  • Flexible short and long-term roles
  • Free CPD training and development
  • Refer a friend and earn rewards
  • Simple online registration — 10 minutes
Register today

Everything we offer

Beyond supply teaching — a full suite of education services for schools and educators.

Most requested

Long-Term Supply Staff

Consistent cover for extended periods — from half a term to a full year. We match schools with educators who fit the culture, not just the subject spec.

Learn more

CPD Training

Free professional development for registered educators. Stay current, stay compliant.

Explore CPD

Private Tutors

Qualified tutors for one-to-one or small group sessions. Primary through to A-Level.

Find a tutor

GCSE Masterclasses

Intensive exam preparation with experienced subject specialists. Results-focused.

View masterclasses

GCA Framework

Approved supplier on the Greater Cheshire Alliance framework — simplified procurement for member schools.

GCA details

How it works

1

Contact us

Call or email with your requirement. We respond within the hour.

2

We match

We identify the best available educator for your school, subject, and year group.

3

Compliance confirmed

Every placement is DBS-checked, safeguarding-compliant, and reference-verified.

4

Classroom covered

Your educator arrives ready. We stay in contact to ensure everything runs smoothly.

1

Register online

Complete our simple registration form. Takes under 10 minutes.

2

Compliance check

We handle your DBS, references, and qualification verification — completely free.

3

Get matched

We contact you with roles that fit your experience, subject, and availability.

4

Start teaching

Turn up and teach. We handle payroll, CPD access, and ongoing support.

What they say

“We called MAT on a Tuesday morning needing cover the next day. By 4pm we had a confirmed, DBS-checked teacher. Brilliant service.”

Sarah H. Head Teacher, Liverpool Primary School

“I registered with MAT after leaving my last school and had my first placement within a week. The team genuinely cares about finding the right fit.”

Michael T. Secondary Maths Teacher

Common questions

How quickly can you provide supply cover?

MAT Recruitment typically confirms placements within 24 hours of contact. For urgent requests, same-day cover is available subject to educator availability. Call 0330 1244 363 for immediate needs.

Are all your educators DBS checked?

Yes. Every educator placed by MAT Recruitment is fully DBS checked, reference verified, and safeguarding compliant before any placement. Compliance documentation is available to schools on request.

Are you on the GCA Framework?

Yes. MAT Recruitment is an approved supplier on the Greater Cheshire Alliance (GCA) Framework, simplifying procurement for member schools and removing the need for a separate tender process.

How do I register as a supply teacher?

Complete the online registration form — it takes under 10 minutes. MAT Recruitment handles your DBS check, references, and qualification verification at no cost to you.

Ready to get started?

Whether you need a teacher tomorrow or want to register for flexible supply work, we make it simple.