Our Approach

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Our Approach

Key to our recruitment approach is a model of partnership. We believe that successful recruitment is essential to achieving excellent education. And the best recruitment takes place through an open, trusting relationship between recruiter and client.

Each time one of our consultants meets a new client, they are able to quickly and effectively map their needs, vacancies and market position—building an essential picture of what a great candidate will look like to them.

Taking the time to truly understand each school’s unique environment and requirements results in better recruitment for the long-term. These foundations pay later dividends, too—it’s why so many of our clients stick with us, and why we become their most trusted recruitment partner.

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Supporting Schools At Every Level

We support schools at every level – from recruiting classroom teachers and support staff to sourcing senior leadership. Our focus is on permanent appointments and recruitment that will drive success well into the future, and our efficient mapping of each of our clients’ needs means we can achieve bespoke solutions with maximum efficiency.

Of course, we can also offer flexible short-term cover and supply solutions to meet the diverse needs of independent schools. Independent education is a dynamic sector where swift action is often necessary—and we benefit from an extensive network than enables rapid appointments wherever necessary.

With over two decades of experience, we leverage our extensive network of candidates to conduct a tailored search that aligns with the specific needs of our clients. By mindfully aligning a school’s needs with our candidates’ qualities, we are able to help schools recruit strategically as well as efficiently.

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Trust, Openness and Integrity

Our extensive experience and strong relationships across both UK-based and international schools means we have built a reputation for integrity, in-depth knowledge and passion.

Schools choose us because we understand the unique demands of their environments—and are dedicated to finding candidates who align seamlessly with their culture and ethos. Most importantly, we place a premium on openness, engaging our clients at all stages of the process and listening to their feedback.

We collaborate with a wide range of schools, including charitable trusts, proprietor-led institutions, limited companies, and global organisations. Our consultative approach means we can ensure a tailored approach for each.

We have become a trusted specialist in the independent school sector because of a model that prioritises the client, maximises benefits—and understands that at the heart of everything we do must be a shared mission of excellence in education.

Connaught Education is the independent schools specialist which has built an unrivalled reputation for providing schools with recruitment services of genuine quality and distinction.

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.”