Do I have to pay to register?

No. Registering with Spencer Clarke Group is free. The only payment which you may need to make is for a DBS check. The fee for this is charged by the DBS. However, if you currently have a valid DBS disclosure and are registered with the update service, we may be able to accept this without having to run a new check.

As a teacher, what do I need to register with Spencer Clarke Group?

Depending on your circumstances, the criteria for registering can vary. However, broadly speaking, we will ask for: A relevant degree-level teaching qualification (or be in your final year of teacher training) Experience of classroom-based teaching within the last 6 years A valid visa to work in the UK or hold an EU Passport Relevant proof of identification An enhanced DBS disclosure check Where documents are required, you will need to provide these to us for verification. These will only need to be supplied after a registration has been arranged. All candidates registering for work in schools must also undergo a face-to-face interview before attending a school.

As support staff, what do I need to register with Spencer Clarke Group?

Depending on your circumstances, the criteria for registering can vary. However, broadly speaking, we will ask for: Classroom-based or carer experience within the last 2 years A valid visa to work in the UK or hold an EU Passport Relevant proof of identification An enhanced DBS disclosure check Where documents are required, you will need to provide these to us for verification. These will only need to be supplied after a registration has been arranged. All candidates registering for work in schools must also undergo a face-to-face interview before attending a school.

I’m in my final year of a teaching degree. Can I register as a Supply Teacher?

Yes. We regularly register final year students who are looking to earn some extra income before starting a full-time position. We can also help final year students find their first teaching position.

How quickly can I expect to find work?

Before you can start work, you will need to register with us and provide all the relevant documentation. As soon as your file is clear with the DBS and we have verified ID and references, you could be working the next day. It all depends on how quickly we can obtain your references and await a DBS. We always ask candidates to be as proactive as they can, chasing references and sending all documents in order to help speed up the process.

How often will I get paid?

As long as we have received a signed and approved timesheet for work completed, we will process funds for payment on a weekly basis.

I’ve never worked for a recruitment agency before. How do I get started?

If you’ve never worked for a recruitment agency before, it’s probably best to give us a call on 01772 954200 and ask for the education team. They will walk you through the whole process. Alternatively, upload your CV and one of our team will contact you if any suitable opportunities arise.

Will you send my CV without permission?

Absolutely not. You will always have full control of where your CV is sent. We will present job opportunities to you and you can advise if you would like your CV to be submitted.

SEND & SEMH School Jobs North West

Find your next job in a SEND or SEMH school

Spencer Clarke Group is an award-winning special educational needs recruitment agency offering daily, temporary, temp-perm and permanent jobs in SEND schools, PRU’s and alternative provisions.

While we do operate nationwide, we have a strong presence across the North West including Blackpool, Manchester, Preston, Liverpool, Skelmersdale, Blackburn, Lancaster, Chorley, Clitheroe, Bolton, Kirkby Lonsdale, Leyland, Wigan and Morecambe.

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How we support SEND professionals

Competitive daily rates of pay

Career advice, guidance and salary benchmarking

Exclusive access to SEND jobs which you won’t find online

Dedicated education consultant to facilitate your career progression

Straightforward registration and compliance process

We represent you to schools and negotiate fairly on your behalf

Flexible job patterns to work around your circumstances

Fast, reliable payroll

Typical jobs we recruit for

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SEND teaching jobs

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SEND Teachers
Supply Teachers
Post-16 Teachers

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SEND Teaching Assistant jobs

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SEND Teaching Assistants
1:1 Support
Learning Support Workers

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SEND support jobs

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Behaviour Support Assistants
Pastoral Support Workers
Personal Care Assistants

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Non clinical jobs

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Speech and Language Therapists
Educational Psychologists
Occupational Therapists
SENCos

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Tutor jobs

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Mainstream Tutors
SEND Tutors
Outreach Tutors

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Who we work with

Mainstream schools

SEND schools, PRUs and alternative provision schools

EYFS and nurseries

Multi-academy trusts

Colleges and further education

Local authorities and councils

Meet the team

Niall Murphy
Regional Divisional Manager
Education recruitment specialist for
SEND & SEMH schools
Having previously worked in a PRU, I understand the importance of finding SEND staff with the right skills, patience and compassion, ensuring every placement has a positive impact on both the school and the vulnerable students they support.
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In 2025, I was humbled to win Employee of the Year. This is a reflection of the hard work and dedication I put into managing our special educational needs division and ensuring SEND schools receive high quality supply staff.
Jamie Heath
Regional Director
Education recruitment specialist for
SEND & SEMH schools
It’s incredibly rewarding to help schools find outstanding teaching and support staff who make a lasting difference to students' educational outcomes.
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I’m incredibly proud to lead our education division. With many former teachers on our team, we bring first-hand experience and a genuine understanding of the skills, challenges, and dedication required to succeed in both mainstream and SEND education.
Paul Best
Principal Consultant
Education recruitment specialist for
SEND & SEMH schools
Having worked in a school for excluded children, my role in SEND recruitment is something I take great pride in. I understand the characteristics needed to make a meaningful difference to the education of a child with SEND.
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Alongside my position as a Principal Consultant, in 2026 I was honoured to take on a pastoral role here. ‘Supportive’ is one of our ‘points of culture’ and I’m proud to work for a company who goes above and beyond to look after its employees.
Emily Porter
Senior Consultant
Education recruitment specialist for
SEND & SEMH schools
Effective recruitment is so important for SEND schools due to the nature of the support required by students. Seeing a candidate thrive in a new setting and a school benefiting from their expertise is heartwarming.
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Prior to my career in recruitment, I worked on long-term supply as a primary school Teacher and gained a thorough insight into how schools operate. This experience has been crucial to my success in recruitment and something I draw on daily.
James Fletcher
Recruitment Consultant
Education recruitment specialist for
Mainstream schools & EYFS
I love working with secondary schools because every member of supply staff is so important to children and young people. Helping them maintain high levels of education for so many students is a pleasure.
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I began my career in education recruitment in 2018 and after taking a break to work in financial services, I returned to it after missing the buzz so much. Safe to say, I’m so glad I came back to what I love!
Josh Clair
Lead Consultant
Education recruitment specialist for
SEND & SEMH schools
There's nothing more rewarding than helping SEND schools with supply staff. Knowing that the professionals I place will make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people is what makes this role so fulfilling.
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Having worked in education recruitment for over a decade, it’s safe to say I love it. I’m really proud to have supported countless schools over the decade and Spencer Clarke Group is the perfect place for me to continue thriving.
Liam Richmond
Senior Consultant
Education recruitment specialist for
SEND & SEMH schools
Knowing that the right supply staff can strengthen a school's team and improve the educational experience of children and young people is what drives me every day.
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I genuinely love recruiting for SEND schools. Helping them find reliable supply staff who can support children and young people with additional needs is incredibly rewarding.

FAQs

We supply staff into a number of school settings, including:
- Mainstream schools
- SEND schools, PRUs and alternative provision schools
- EYFS and nurseries
- Multi-academy trusts
- Colleges and further education
Depending on your circumstances, the criteria for registering can vary. However, broadly speaking, we will ask for:
- A relevant degree-level teaching qualification (or be in your final year of teacher training)
- Experience of classroom-based teaching within the last 6 years
- A valid visa to work in the UK or hold an EU Passport
- Relevant proof of identification
- An enhanced DBS disclosure check
Where documents are required, you will need to provide these to us for verification. These will only need to be supplied after a registration has been arranged.
All candidates registering for work in schools must also undergo a face-to-face interview before attending a school.
Depending on your circumstances, the criteria for registering can vary. However, broadly speaking, we will ask for:
- Classroom-based or carer experience within the last 2 years
- A valid visa to work in the UK or hold an EU Passport
- Relevant proof of identification
- An enhanced DBS disclosure check
Where documents are required, you will need to provide these to us for verification. These will only need to be supplied after a registration has been arranged.
All candidates registering for work in schools must also undergo a face-to-face interview before attending a school.

Testimonials

SEN Teaching Assistant
"Working with Spencer Clarke Group has made a big, positive change for my family commitments. I’ve had great support from Paul Best from the beginning. He has a good understanding and is very patient with me when needed.
Because I have a SEN child myself, requiring multiple appointments, Spencer Clarke Group always finds me suitable work around this, or covers me if I’m unable to make my long-term placement for a day.
I haven’t really been without work on my available days, it’s been pretty steady for me."
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I haven’t really been without work on my available days, it’s been pretty steady for me.
SEN Teaching Assistant
"When I reached out to Paul Best, he responded very quickly and was happy to arrange a chat to understand my background and what I was looking for.
He took the time to really listen and see how my experience could align with the role. From that point onwards, the whole process was incredibly smooth and efficient.
Communication was excellent throughout and Paul was always quick to respond, upbeat, approachable and easy to talk to. He made everything feel straightforward, from preparing for an interview to handling documentation."
Meet Paul Best

Communication was excellent throughout and Paul was always quick to respond, upbeat, approachable and easy to talk to.
SEND Teacher
"Jamie Heath understood my strengths and the kind of placement that would be a good fit and found it quickly. The on boarding process was clear and very well executed by them.
The contact and updates have been great. I've used a number of agencies in a previous education leadership role, and in my opinion Spencer Clarke Group are the most thorough and professional with the best opportunities for candidates."
Meet Jamie Heath

I've used a number of agencies in a previous education leadership role, and in my opinion Spencer Clarke Group are the most thorough and professional with the best opportunities for candidates.
Supply Teacher
"As a Supply Teacher, Spencer Clarke Group has helped with a lot of support. They have taken the edge off me applying to jobs and also seeing different schools in different areas.
They’ve helped me with putting in my application to different schools and with interview questions too.
I work closely with Jamie Heath, he rings me after every school day I’ve been to, checks up how I’ve been and if I need any help with anything. The support is really good."
Meet Jamie Heath

They have taken the edge off me applying to jobs and also seeing different schools in different areas.
SEN Teaching Assistant
"Over the past few months, It's been a pleasure having Liam Richmond as my Recruitment Officer at Spencer Clarke Group.
From day one, his professional approach has been engaging and he's always provided me with necessary information needed for work, in a timely manner.
Whenever I've had questions, he would inquire and return with a response as promptly as he can. Liam is friendly, direct, efficient and a reliable communicator."
Meet Liam Richmond

From day one, his professional approach has been engaging and he's always provided me with necessary information needed for work, in a timely manner.
SEN Teaching Assistant
"I contacted Spencer Clarke Group after leaving my permanent role. Paul Best interviewed me and cleared my file within a day.
My CV was then sent off to schools and within half an hour I was offered a role which has been extended to a long term position.
Paul has been a fabulous consultant to work for, he maintains good contact, responds promptly to any queries or concerns and quite often sends a little message of appreciation for my hard work."
Meet Paul Best

My CV was then sent off to schools and within half an hour I was offered a role which has been extended to a long term position.
Teacher Support Assistant
"I’ve had a fantastic experience with Spencer Clarke Group, getting me back into a job I love doing. The staff are so friendly and helpful, especially Liam Richmond who I have been working with.
He is a really good help. It's been great working with this team for the past couple of weeks. I highly recommend working for this company."
Meet Liam Richmond

The staff are so friendly and helpful, especially Liam Richmond who I have been working with.
SEMH Teaching Assistant
"Paul Best and Jamie Heath go above and beyond with any queries or issues. They are very supportive with any issues raised and get things resolved quickly.
They are very attentive and make you feel like a valued team member. I 100% recommend this agency to anyone looking for work."
Meet Paul Best

I 100% recommend this agency to anyone looking for work.
SEN Teaching Assistant
"I’ve been working with Spencer Clarke Group for a year and working with the agency has been the best option for me.
I’ve stayed at the same school throughout my time with Spencer Clarke Group and the consistency has been brilliant. Paul Best has been fantastic from the start and everything was clear and easy to follow when I joined.
Any issues I’ve had have been dealt with quickly and professionally. I also really appreciate the regular communication and the recognition Paul gives for my hard work and dedication at the school. It genuinely makes a difference."
Meet Paul Best

Paul Best has been fantastic from the start and everything was clear and easy to follow when I joined.