Thoughtful staffing support for education settings
Supporting schools with reliable, safeguarding‑led recruitment and a more considered approach to staffing.
Who we work with
Primary and secondary schools
Multi‑academy trusts
SEN and alternative provision
Early years and education support services
We understand the pressures education settings face and the importance of consistency, safeguarding and the right fit for every role.
How we can help
We provide staffing support that prioritises suitability, continuity and care. Our focus includes:
Long‑term and planned cover
SEN and specialist support roles
Permanent recruitment
Staffing support tailored to your setting’s needs
We take time to understand the context of each role, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
Our approach
Our recruitment process is deliberately calm and considered.
We listen first, taking time to understand your setting and requirements
We carefully match candidates based on suitability, safeguarding and fit
We stay involved and communicate openly throughout the process
Our aim is to support schools in a way that feels reliable, respectful and straightforward.
Safeguarding and responsibility
Safeguarding is central to how we work
We follow appropriate safer recruitment practices and take our responsibility to education settings, staff and pupils seriously. This includes ensuring relevant checks are carried out and maintaining clear, transparent communication with schools.
For more detail, you can read about our approach on our Safeguarding & Data Handling page.
A more thoughtful way to recruit
Maple Reach as created to offer an alternative to rushed or transactional recruitment.
Schools choose to work with us for our:
Calm, personal communication
Consistent point of contact
Genuine interest in understanding each setting
Focus on long‑term relationships, not quick fixes
We believe recruitment works best when trust and care are at the centre.
Let’s talk
If you would like an initial conversation about your staffing needs, we would be happy to talk.
Whether you are planning ahead or responding to a current requirement, we take the time to understand your setting and what you need, before suggesting any next steps.