Looking for supply teaching jobs, teaching assistant roles or cover supervisor work in Kent and Medway? Here’s how to choose an education recruitment agency that genuinely puts educators first.
Finding your next role in education should feel exciting, not stressful.
Whether you’re a Qualified Teacher, Teaching Assistant, Cover Supervisor, SEND specialist or Exam Invigilator, choosing the right education recruitment agency can make all the difference. There are plenty of agencies promising the same thing, but the best agencies don’t just find vacancies—they build careers and long-term relationships with schools.
If you’re searching for an education recruitment agency in Kent, here’s what you should look for before registering.
Choose an Agency That Specialises in Education
Not every recruitment agency understands schools.
A specialist education recruitment agency knows the difference between an EYFS classroom, a Year 6 intervention role, a long-term cover supervisor placement, or a SEND support position. More importantly, they understand safeguarding, school culture and what makes a placement successful.
At R&A Education Solutions, education isn’t one of several sectors we recruit for—it’s all we do. With over 16 years of education recruitment experience, we work with schools across Kent, Medway and Swale every day.
Make Sure They’re Transparent About Pay and Compliance
A trustworthy agency should be clear from day one.
Before you register, you should know:
- Your expected daily pay rate
- Whether you’ll be paid PAYE or Umbrella
- How the DBS and safeguarding process works
- What compliance checks are required
- How quickly you can start work
If you’re struggling to get straightforward answers before you’ve joined, it’s worth asking why.
At R&A, we guide every candidate through DBS checks, safeguarding training, Prevent training, KCSIE compliance and reference checks, so you’re fully prepared before stepping into a classroom.
Look for Strong Relationships with Local Schools
The best agencies don’t rely on a database—they build genuine partnerships.
When choosing an agency, ask which schools they actively support.
A recruiter who knows local schools can tell you:
- Which leadership teams are supportive
- Which schools suit experienced teachers
- Where early career teachers thrive
- Which SEND settings offer the right environment for specialist staff
Because we’re independent and local, we work closely with schools across:
- Sittingbourne
- Sheerness
- Faversham
- Gillingham
- Chatham
- Rochester
- Rainham
- Strood
- Canterbury
- Swale
- Medway
That local knowledge helps us match educators to schools where they’re most likely to succeed.
A Good Agency Matches People, Not Just Vacancies
The quickest placement isn’t always the right placement.
A quality education recruiter should ask about:
- Your preferred year groups
- Your commuting distance
- Behaviour management experience
- SEND experience
- Long-term career goals
- What has worked—and what hasn’t—in previous roles
The goal isn’t simply filling today’s vacancy. It’s finding schools where you’ll want to return tomorrow.
Read Google Reviews Before You Register
Reviews often tell you more than marketing ever will.
Don’t just look at the star rating. Read what teachers, teaching assistants and support staff actually say.
Look for comments about:
- Communication
- Reliability
- Fair pay
- Professionalism
- Support before and after placements
The best agencies earn trust by consistently looking after both their candidates and their schools.
Why Educators Choose R&A Education Solutions
We’re proud to be an independent education recruitment agency serving Kent, Medway and Swale.
Our approach is simple:
- Over 16 years of education recruitment experience
- Specialists in Supply Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Cover Supervisors, SEND staff and Exam Invigilators
- Local school partnerships across Kent and Medway
- Transparent pay and compliance
- A personal service—you’ll deal with people who know your name, not a call centre
We’re not interested in making the quickest placement. We’re interested in building relationships that last.
Looking for Teaching Jobs in Kent or Medway?
Whether you’re looking for supply teaching jobs, Teaching Assistant jobs, Cover Supervisor vacancies, or SEND opportunities, we’re here to help.
Browse our latest opportunities or get in touch with the R&A team to find a role that genuinely fits your experience, your goals and your lifestyle.
Contact R&A Education Solutions today and discover why local schools and educators trust an independent agency that puts people before placements.