UK & Overseas Teacher Recruitment | Hire Qualified Teachers | m2r Education

m2r Education provides international teacher recruitment and UK education recruitment services for schools, colleges, universities, training providers and online education organisations.

We connect education organisations with qualified and experienced teachers across the UK and internationally, supporting permanent, temporary, supply and specialist recruitment requirements.

From sourcing and screening candidates through to interviews, compliance and placement, our experienced team manages the recruitment process so you can focus on delivering a high-quality education experience.

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International Teacher Recruitment

Recruiting teachers internationally requires more than simply finding candidates.

Schools and education providers need people with the right qualifications, experience, subject knowledge and approach to teaching, as well as confidence that appropriate checks and compliance requirements have been addressed.

With more than two decades of experience across education and recruitment, m2r Education helps organisations access qualified teachers in the UK and international markets.

We support:

• International schools
• Schools and academies
• Colleges and further education providers
• Universities and training organisations
• Online education providers
• Specialist education settings

Whether you need one teacher or support with a larger recruitment programme, we tailor our approach to your requirements.

Teacher Recruitment in the Middle East

International recruitment experience across the region

The Middle East is an important market for m2r Education.

We have extensive experience supporting education organisations across markets including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain.

Our work in the region includes international teacher and academic recruitment, education projects and support for organisations looking to access qualified teaching professionals.

We understand that international recruitment can involve additional considerations, including qualifications, candidate availability, cultural fit, documentation, relocation and visa requirements.

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has been an important market for m2r Education for many years.

We have supported international recruitment programmes in Saudi Arabia, including the use of AI powered candidate screening to help education organisations manage high volumes of international applications.

Our recruitment experience in the region means we understand both the challenges and opportunities involved in finding the right international education professionals.

Read our Saudi Arabia recruitment case study

UK Teacher Recruitment

Alongside our international recruitment services, m2r Education provides recruitment and supply solutions for UK schools and education organisations.

We can support:

• Permanent teacher recruitment
• Fixed-term appointments
• Temporary teachers
• Supply teachers
• Short-term cover
• Specialist teaching requirements
• Online teaching support

We recruit across primary, secondary and further education and can tailor candidate searches according to subject, key stage, location, experience and availability.

GCA Supply Framework Recruitment

An approved route for UK education recruitment

m2r Education is an approved supplier on the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Supply Teachers and Education Recruitment Framework (RM6376).

The framework provides schools, Multi Academy Trusts and eligible public sector organisations with an approved route to access education recruitment and supply staffing services.

We can support organisations with:

• Day to day supply
• Long-term teaching placements
• Permanent recruitment
• Qualified teachers and education staff
• Framework compliant recruitment

Our framework-approved service helps schools access qualified educators while supporting the procurement, safeguarding and staffing requirements associated with education recruitment.

👉 Learn more about our GCA Supply Framework services

Online Teaching Staff Recruitment

The growth of online education has created demand for teachers who are confident delivering high quality lessons remotely.

m2r Education can recruit online teachers for schools, online education providers and training organisations across a range of subjects, age groups and qualification levels.

We can provide:

• Remote teaching specialists
• Subject specific teachers
• Flexible staffing solutions
• Support with online onboarding
• Teachers suited to your timetable and delivery model

Online recruitment can also provide a flexible solution where a school needs urgent teaching capacity while a permanent appointment is being made.

Why Choose m2r Education

• More than 20 years of experience: Established in 2001, we understand the education and recruitment sectors and the challenges organisations face when recruiting teaching professionals.
• UK and international expertise: We support education organisations across the UK and international markets.
• Education sector knowledge: Recruitment is part of our wider education offering, which includes tutoring, English language programmes, teacher training and AI powered assessments.
• Safer recruitment: We take candidate screening, safeguarding and compliance seriously and are APSCO Compliance + accredited.
• Technology enabled recruitment: Our AI assessment technology can support international candidate screening and evaluation.
• Personal service: We take the time to understand your requirements and match candidates to the role, rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.

How To Get Started

• Tell Us Your Requirements: Contact our team and a Consultant will assist with your needs.
• Candidate Matching: We shortlist qualified teachers suited to your needs.
• Placement & Support: From interview to onboarding, we guide you every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions – Employer Recruitment

Q1: What types of teaching staff can m2r Education provide?
A: We supply qualified teachers for primary, secondary, further education (FE), specialist subjects, and online teaching roles. Placements can be permanent, fixed-term, or supply.

Q2: Can you help recruit teachers for international schools?
A: Yes. We have a global network of candidates experienced in international curricula. We provide full support including visa guidance and relocation advice to ensure a smooth transition.

Q3: How do you vet and screen candidates?
A: All candidates undergo thorough vetting, including reference checks, qualification verification, safeguarding and compliance checks. We only present candidates who meet your school’s requirements.

Q4: How quickly can I fill a vacancy?
A: Our recruitment team works efficiently to shortlist qualified candidates. Depending on your requirements and location, placements can often be made within a few weeks.

Q5: Do you provide support for online or remote teaching staff?
A: Yes. We help you recruit teachers for online programs, including guidance on digital teaching tools and onboarding to ensure they’re ready to deliver high-quality lessons remotely.

Q6: How can I access active candidates?
A: Submit your vacancy through our contact form, and our team will match you with qualified candidates. You can also view the pool of active teachers on our Teaching Jobs page to get insight into available talent.

Q7: What are your fees?
A: This depends on the enquiry however our fees tend to be based on either a flat rate or a percentage of the annual salary.

Q8: Do you provide temporary or emergency cover?
A: Yes we do! We can even provide online cover where you need a teacher urgently and haven't got time to onboard. 

Q9: Do you support multi country or remote recruitment campaigns?
A: We have considerable experience of this, please reach out for more details.