Education Businesses and Suppliers to the Sector

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Education Businesses and Suppliers to the Sector

The independent education sector is enhanced immeasurably by the diversity and dynamism of its education-focused businesses. In turn, these companies and their success is enhanced significantly by the addition of staff with direct understanding of and experience in the sector at large.

At Connaught, we have increasingly supported companies by connecting them with individuals who bring first-hand knowledge of how independent schools operate, and how independent education more widely functions.

We emphasise the importance of communication, leadership, and strategic skills developed in educational settings. And with over two decades of experience in the independent school sector, we have developed the sort of trusted and extensive network of educators, leaders, and sector specialists that powers positive appointments.

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Adding Value for Education-Focused Businesses

Hiring individuals who understand the day-to-day realities of education offers significant advantage: the independent education sector is a dynamic and particular landscape, and providers expect familiarity with their needs from potential suppliers.

We specialise in placing experienced professionals who can communicate credibly with educational leaders on behalf of companies whose clients are schools.

With our own knowledge of and networks within this specialist sector, we’re able to assist businesses in finding individuals who understand the challenges schools face, can help shape services and products that meet real needs—and fit a given corporate culture precisely.

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Locating and Appointing Educators Shifting to the Private Sector

Many talented individuals choose to transition from teaching or school leadership into new roles that also benefit from their deep understanding of education. At Connaught, we have extensive experience in assisting these professionals to find companies to which they can contribute productively.

We work with businesses to identify candidates who can translate their educational experience into commercial value. Across curriculum development, training, consultancy, operations, and client engagement, our wide network of candidates provides an essential resource for businesses keen to access knowledgeable professionals.

Our model of understanding a brief, working in partnership with clients and carrying out bespoke searches for candidates means we are extremely well placed to identify the right people for businesses that may not be traditionally associated with schools.

Commercial organisations benefit greatly from the insight, credibility, and experience that former educators and sector specialists can bring.

Client Testimonials

Chairman – Mander Portman Woodward Ltd., London

“MPW have worked with Connaught Education for a number of years both on teacher appointments and, more recently, on senior executive appointments. They regard it as a matter of professional pride to deliver entirely to the client’s satisfaction, which is a huge asset.”

Client Testimonials

Deputy Head – St Anthony’s School for Boys

“The Connaught team have been a great support to our school’s recruitment efforts. The service has been unfailingly professional and helpful, with much appreciated regular updates. The quality of candidates has been strong and I appreciate the quality of service which has run alongside sourcing people to fill our positions. I would recommend Connaught’s services to anybody looking to fill a position.”

Client Testimonials

General Manager – Voyager School Travel

“Connaught have been superb. They understood the brief we gave them to the letter and the quality of candidate offered to us has been fantastic. They are quick to respond to any queries we’ve had and always been polite, friendly & great to work with. I would highly recommend using Connaught. We have made many placements with them.”