Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Education Recruitment Solutions
Founded in 2003, Empowering Learning has established itself as a leading teacher recruitment and training consultancy based in London. Our dedicated teams prioritise candidates and clients through a bespoke approach, delivering tailored recruitment solutions across the UK and internationally. We specialise in connecting schools with qualified educators, including a bank of skilled EAL teachers, supported by our flagship Teachers Standards Programme for overseas professionals. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through streamlined processes that reduce costs while maintaining quality, and we take pride in supporting both educators and institutions through initiatives like SEND school volunteering and free impartial advice.With decades of combined experience in education recruitment, our consultants provide expert guidance for permanent, supply, and international teaching roles, ensuring candidates find positions aligned with their aspirations while schools secure the talent they need to thrive.
Services
Teacher Recruitment
Supply Teaching
Permanent Positions
International Recruitment
SEND Support
Training Programmes
School Support Staff
NQT Assistance
Online Timesheets
Policy Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience in education recruitment and training
- Our Teachers Standards Programme supports overseas teachers into UK classrooms
- We offer dedicated consultants for permanent, supply, and international roles
- We provide free impartial advice and SEND school volunteering initiatives
- Our streamlined processes maintain quality while reducing recruitment costs
What people say
Professional consultants
Personalised approach
Excellent service
First class administration
Highly recommended
Services
Teacher Recruitment
We connect schools with qualified teaching professionals for permanent, supply, and temporary positions. Our consultants provide tailored matching services across all school types in the UK and internationally. With specialist knowledge of education requirements, we ensure candidates meet specific school needs while supporting educators' career progression.
International Recruitment
Our international recruitment service supports overseas educators seeking UK positions and UK teachers exploring global opportunities. We provide visa guidance, qualification recognition assistance, and cultural adaptation support. The Teachers Standards Programme offers a streamlined route for overseas teachers to gain UK classroom experience and professional accreditation.
SEND Support
We specialise in placing dedicated professionals in special educational needs and disability (SEND) schools. Our consultants understand the unique requirements of SEND environments and match passionate educators with appropriate roles. We provide ongoing support for both staff and institutions to ensure successful placements in these critical education settings.
Training Programmes
Our Teachers Standards Programme offers comprehensive training for overseas educators seeking UK teaching positions. The course covers UK education standards, classroom practices, and cultural adaptation. We also provide safeguarding compliance training and continuing professional development opportunities for teaching and support staff.
NQT Assistance
We offer dedicated support for newly qualified teachers (NQTs) seeking their first teaching positions. Our consultants provide application guidance, interview preparation, and school matching services. We maintain relationships with schools that offer structured induction programmes to support NQTs' professional development during their crucial early career stage.
People
Frida Jackson-Nwume
Consultant
Professional and approachable consultant known for making candidates feel relaxed during the recruitment process. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and commitment to candidate support at Empowering Learning.
Patricia Walker
Consultant
Highly professional and available consultant praised for exceptional service and support throughout the recruitment journey. Recognised for providing comfort and practical assistance to teaching professionals.
Ryan
Recruitment Specialist
Engaging recruitment specialist noted for active listening and patience during the candidate engagement process. Provides dedicated support throughout the recruitment journey for education professionals.
Hollie
Placement Coordinator
Committed placement coordinator who maintains ongoing support for educators from initial engagement through to successful job placement and beyond in teaching roles.
Jamie Evans
Team Leader
Experienced team leader within the London office, providing exceptional service and demonstrating leadership qualities within the recruitment team for education professionals.
Questions
What teaching positions do you offer?
We offer permanent, supply, and temporary teaching positions across all subjects and key stages in mainstream, independent, and SEND schools throughout the UK.
Do you support overseas teachers?
Yes, we provide comprehensive support including the Teachers Standards Programme, visa guidance, and cultural adaptation assistance for overseas educators seeking UK positions.
How do I register with Empowering Learning?
Register online through our website with your CV and preferred job types. Our consultants will contact you to discuss available positions matching your qualifications.
What support exists for NQTs?
We offer tailored support including application guidance, interview preparation, and school matching services specifically for newly qualified teachers seeking their first teaching positions.
Do you provide training programmes?
Yes, our Teachers Standards Programme supports overseas educators with UK classroom experience, while we also offer safeguarding training and professional development opportunities.
How do you handle SEND school placements?
We specialise in matching passionate educators with SEND schools, providing ongoing support for both staff and institutions to ensure successful placements in these critical education settings.
Reviews (6)
Andrew Kiely
Mar 15, 2022
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I had agreed to take a long term contract through this company. Initially, the process of agreement and registration was swift. However, due to ongoing commitments and then family illnesses, the start date on my part was held back. The messages from the consultant Wendy Moore regarding this were quite unpleasant, questioning my integrity. I at all times was up front and transparent - I was accused of lacking commitment and being full of excuses.
I am incensed by this, as this person has no right whatsoever to make judgments over a situation that she has no empathy or indeed understanding of. Clearly the mantra of this company is purely focused on money. I will be making a formal complaint through the regulatory body. This could have been dealt with much better and without unpleasantness
I am incensed by this, as this person has no right whatsoever to make judgments over a situation that she has no empathy or indeed understanding of. Clearly the mantra of this company is purely focused on money. I will be making a formal complaint through the regulatory body. This could have been dealt with much better and without unpleasantness
Mr. F. Bruce
Feb 24, 2022
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I am really happy to register with Empowering Learning Company. Adil and Jamie were committed to great service and were very friendly and respectful professional. Many thanks for help and assistance.
Alice C.
Feb 12, 2022
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I had an overall amazing experience with Empowering Learning. I was rarely out of work, which included a long-term placement, gaining the best experience. The staff are lovely, very friendly and accommodating. Emails and phone calls are also promptly replied to. I can't thank Luke from the Cardiff branch enough for finding me a brilliant placement, and for his continued support throughout! I would recommend this agency to anyone interested in this area of work.
Inga Pivazi
Nov 22, 2021
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I have been with empowering learning for a few months now and my experience has been great so far! Chris and Claudia have been really helpful and always try their best to find me vacancies that are convenient for me. They are always willing to answer all my questions right away. Overall the team have been really friendly and supportive and I would definitely recommend empowering learning for anyone that is trying to find work!
Georgia Hearts
Oct 30, 2021
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I've been working with Empowering Learning for a while now and if you're looking for a job in a school, I couldn't recommend them more. Every step of the process has been really simple and I've felt fully supported throughout, from initial conversations, to right to work checks, sorting out my dbs and finally being placed within a school. My point of contact throughout has been Mark Goldie and his help has been truly invaluable, he's patiently answered my endless questions and supported me in finding a placement that was the right fit for.
Mark listened to my concerns about not wanting to be too far from my house and managed to find me a school 20 minutes away door to door, he also encouraged me to take something that was slightly out of my comfort zone and I'm so glad I did because I've found it really rewarding. Georgia Ferron-Barnett
Mark listened to my concerns about not wanting to be too far from my house and managed to find me a school 20 minutes away door to door, he also encouraged me to take something that was slightly out of my comfort zone and I'm so glad I did because I've found it really rewarding. Georgia Ferron-Barnett
Nadja Briant
Oct 08, 2021
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I been with Empowering Learning for about a month now. Chris, Jack and the rest of the team were really helpful in finding the right work for me specially because I needed something what works around school time. Would defiantly recommend Empowering Learning to anyone who is trying to find work.
