Company Overview

Red Apple Education was officially opened on 1st September 2014.

Since then we have experienced rapid growth and have become the fastest growing agency on the Wirral.

We are totally unique as we are the only agency in the UK run by a former Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher. We have a combined experience of over 30 years in education, most of which was at senior management level.

All of our schools were judged as “Outstanding” by Ofsted.

We have a complete understanding of schools, the culture, the pressure and the demands. Equally we understand the pressures faced by supply and temporary staff and provide ongoing support for all staff that are registered with us.

We support establishments at all levels within the educational spectrum; Nursery, Primary School, Secondary School, SEN, Behavioural and Further Education establishments.

We support all levels of staff employment and recruitment from Caretakers and Cleaners, to office staff, teaching assistants, cover supervisors, newly qualified teachers and teachers. We also support schools with senior management appointments and provide end to end recruitment solutions.

We fully understand the needs of our schools and those of our staff. We work closely with our schools so we understand their culture and ethos. This allows us to appoint the appropriate staff to their school but also allows us to tailor our services to meet their specific needs.

Our Aims

We want to be the “Agency of Choice” for our schools and our staff.

We have a high ethical and moral ethos and we are totally committed to supporting our schools in all areas of education and supporting our staff from initial placement through to securing them full time employment.

We are committed to paying our staff more and charging our schools less. This is a commitment we have not yet been beaten on but one we can achieve because unlike other agencies we are not driven by financial targets but rather the commitment of finding the right candidate for our schools and school for our candidates.

Our Values

We have a very strong moral and ethical ethos within our company at the centre of which is our unswerving dedication to providing a high quality service for our schools and for our staff.

Our new staff are integrated into our culture and we promote our values at every opportunity to ensure they are embedded in our business and our people.

We are passionate about providing you with the right staff to complement your aspirations and ethos. With our experience of working in schools we know the importance of a stable work force and when at times key staff are absent, we are always there to maintain continuity and bring short-term quality solutions.

We are very proud of the staff that we have registered with us and we are committed to support them through their career with free professional development and free mentoring. We have 24-hours support in place for any of our staff that need guidance or assistance.

We believe staff should be paid a fair rate of pay for the work they undertake but we also believe schools should not be held to ransom over the short term appointment of staff and as such we are committed to paying our staff more and charging our schools less.

We are not driven by financial targets but rather making a difference and ensuring our schools get the very best support and value for money. A policy of not charging a ‘finders’ or ‘introduction’ fee to schools reinforces these values.

Naturally with over 30 years combined experience of working in schools we fully understand the significance of Safeguarding and Child Protection and we have a rigorous and robust approach when vetting our staff.

We are proud of what we have achieved to date and we value the relationships we have developed with our schools and our staff. As we continue to grow we welcome the opportunity of working with more schools and staff and would encourage you to get in touch and experience our outstanding service first hand.

Compliance

At Red Apple Education we understand and embrace the need for rigour and robust procedures and polices when it comes to Child Protection, Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment. With over 25 years of experience of working in schools and having been subject to a number of Section 5 Ofsted Inspections it is safe to say that we fully understand what is required for schools and we extend those expectations to our company and our recruitment of staff. We have in place a rigorous pre-employment process which is supported by regular monitoring post registration.

We are totally committed to acting with honesty and transparency in all that we do with a high ethical and moral expectation. This is evidenced in our commitment to producing a Customer Charter which is at the heart of everything that we do.

We are also committed to fairer recruitment and having an equitable approach to working with our staff and schools and we reflect our approach in our Equality and Diversity Policy.

The respective policies and procedures are attached for your perusal, just click on the respective document and it will open as a PDF.

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Testimonials

"...Red Apple Education were recommended to us by another school within our trust. We've worked with most agencies over the years but there certainly is a difference with Red Apple. Their knowledge of schools is excellent so too the quality of their staff. I also like the freedom to contact them whenever I need to. This support is a huge benefit and can remove the stress of cover." (Business Manager, Sefton Primary School)

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"...We have worked with Red Apple Education since September 2018. We are very pleased with the quality of service and staff they provide. They are always available when you call and have really helped us this year." (Head teacher, Liverpool Primary School)

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"...Outstanding staff, support and mentoring. The best thing I did was join Red Apple Education. As an NQT, I am learning so much and didn't realsie how much I would need their support." (Claudia C, Teacher)

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"...Thank you for all that you have done. I love my role and the school I am working in and it is all thanks to you!" (Demi F, SEN Teaching Assistant)

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"...I just wanted to drop you a quick email to thank you for all your help and support. You have helped me regain my confidence and I am enjoying working again. Your schools have also been incredibly supportive and wonderful places to work in. Thanks again!" (Mark W, Teaching Assistant)

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"...Hi everyone, I just wanted to thank you all for keeping me incredibly busy and being so understanding when I have been unavailable ... It means a lot!" (Nicki B, Teacher) 

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"...Simply the best agency I have worked with. Red Apple make you feel part of their team and are always supportive and encouraging. The best thing I did was join Red Apple and I plan to stay with them!" (Angela H, Teacher)

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"...Red Apple Education was recommended to me after I had experienced problems with another recruitment agency. In the short-time I have been working with them they have been very impressive. Their knowledge, fees and professionalism are first rate." (Headteacher, Wirral)

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"...I have many years of experience working with schools and recruitment agencies. Red Apple have changed the landscape with their professional, knowledgeable and transparent approach, not to mention their commitment to charging our school less." (Chair of Governors, Liverpool)

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"...When I first joined Red Apple Education, I had previously been registered with three other agencies and the work I was doing was periodic and not what I was looking for. Since joining Red Apple, I have consistently been working and i'm loving every minute." (JM, Primary Teacher)

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"...Red Apple Education is the third agency I have registered with but without doubt the best. The support I have received has been a great boost for me and they have kept me very busy since I joined. I would recommend." (AC, Teaching Assistant)

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"...I love working with Red Apple Education. I am registered with three other agencies but you are my first choice. You have supported me from day one and that really helped me. Thank you for all your continued help! (SD, Primary Teacher) April 2019

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"...Red Apple Education is the best agency i have worked for. Your knowledge and experience is not something i have seen with other agencies I have worked with and so too the support you provide which was also appreciated." (AD, Primary Teacher) April 2019

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"...I wanted to thank Red Apple Education for all the support you have given me to help me to secure this role. I wouldn't have been able to do it without your help. Thank you." (PS, Teaching Assistant) April 2019

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"...Red Apple Education were recommended to me by a colleague. Since I joined them I have consistently been working. Their experience is second to none and the support I have recieved has been fantastic. I would highly recommend them." (Joanne, Primary Teacher) March 2019

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"...I've been working as a supply for a number of years but only registered with Red Apple Education in January 2019. All I can say is that they are different and I'm delighted to be with them. They care about their staff and are so supportive. Registering with them was best the decision I've made." (Paul, Teaching Assistant) March 2019

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"...I just wanted to say a big thank you to everyone at Red Apple Education. You are the best agency I have every worked with! I would never have got this job without you! Thank you!" (Paula, Primary Teacher) March 2019

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We are very proud of the staff that work for us and we offer as much support as possible to ensure that they are able to perform at the very highest level of their ability in the roles that they undertake for us working at our schools. The following are just some of the thanks we have recently received:

"Red Apple Education came across as very knowledgeable about the Headteacher Recruitment process. The team listened carefully to what we wanted in the Person Specification and Job Description and they used their extensive contacts to raise the profile of our school nationally. As a result, we had an excellent field of candidates to choose from. We have no hesitation in recommending Red Apple Education to any school that need help in finding key staff”. (Chair of Governors)

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"Thank you! I appreciate all your help.  The support you gave me with my letter of application and the practise with interviewing really helped me and built up my confidence!" (Paula, NQT Teacher)

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"I would like to thank all the staff at Red Apple Education.  I have thoroughly enjoyed working with you.  I have been registered with a number of agencies over the years but none come close to the experience I had with you.  I felt you were always working in my best interest and always considered me and my needs.  I'm sorry to leave but my new job awaits! Thank you!"  (Julie, SEN Teacher)

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"I would recommend Red Apple Education.  Your understanding of schools and your network of contacts are unbelievable!  I'm also thankful for the advice and support you gave me.  I needed it at times and it really helped me.  I know I would not have got the job had it not been for you.  Thank you".  (Rebecca, Teacher Early Years) 

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"Thank you for all your support and assistance.  Your knowledge and understanding of working in schools really made a difference for me and your advice, guidance and mentoring is why I have now been able to secure a full time teaching position.  Thank you and rest assured I will be recommending you to whoever I can." (Martin, Secondary Teacher)

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"An agency like no other..." (Heather, Primary Teacher)

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"Red Apple Education did a great job recruiting our new Headteacher.  They took a lot of stress out of the process and it was a pleasure working with them." (Suzanne, Governor)

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"I am so delighted that I have been offered the post of Director of Finance & Operations post - Thank you to Red Apple Education for encouraging me to apply...!" (Frances, NEW Director of Finance & Operations)

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"...thank you so much for everything you have done for me with helping me get a placement that I love and now I'm so happy they're taking me on, thank you again for all your help, take care and hope to see you soon" (Melanie M)

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"...thank you very much for a lovely year! I had an excellent time and learnt so much, it was never a role that I had thought of or considered so thank you. Thanks to your support I have now secured a full time permanent role but hope that we can keep in touch? Thank you once again" (Helen V)

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"...thank you so much for all the support and the opportunity to learn. I've enjoyed it very much and have learned so much in such a short space of time. I've really enjoyed working with you and hope we can work together again in the future. Thank you once again" (Mirjam M)

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"...Hi Jamie, I just wanted to thank you for all your help in securing me my placement. I have loved every minute at the school and with your help and guidance I have now been able to secure a permanent full time position. I never would have believed that this was a role for me so I am so grateful for your insight and knowledge; it is a career route I am now going to follow and I have already agreed with the school about supporting my ongoing studies! I cannot wait for the new term! Thank you for all you have done and I hope we can keep in touch! (James N)

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"...I just wanted to thank you and Pauline for all that you have done for me over the past 6-months. The regular work has been most welcome and knowing that you have been looking out for me and trying to get me the placements that suit my skills has been really reassuring. To now secure a full time permanent position thanks to you is wonderful and will really allow me to plan for the future and look forward to the start of the September term! Thank you once again and I will be sure to recommend you to any one I speak to!" (Craig H)

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"...thank you for all the support and assistance throughout the year.  I am looking forward to working for you again in the new term.  I am registered with a number of agencies but your fresh and energetic approach coupled with your specific school based experience allows you to stand out from the rest and make you the first choice for me!  Thank you again and see you in September (after some much needed rest in the summer!) (Deborah B)

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"...I just wanted to drop you a quick email to thank you for your support and assistance this year.  I've really enjoyed working with you and the work you have secured for me.  I have been a supply teacher for a number of years but your fresh approach and wealth of school experience has really made a difference for me.  I look forward to working with you again in the new term" (Helen W)

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"...Cannot thank you and your team enough for all the support you have given me.  I start my new role on Monday and it is all thanks to you!  Thank you!" (Alison W)

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"...Your understanding and experience of working in a school and the challenges and frustrations we face each day are why we use you all the time.  It makes my job so much easier when I know I have a company I can trust to look after all our cover, supply and recruitment requirements.  I am happy to recommend you." (Primary Business Manager, Liverpool)

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"...We like the fact that you understand how we work and quickly grasp what we are need.  We cannot fault your service to date and would be delighted to recommend you." (Secondary Business Manager, Wirral)

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"...I just wanted to thank you and the rest of the team at Red Apple Education for all the support you have given me.  I would not have got permanent employment with you.  I start on Monday and for the first time in a long time I feel confident and optimistic.  Thank you once again." (Rebecca T, NQT)

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"...Simply the best agency I have worked with. Red Apple make you feel part of their team and are always supporrtive and encouraging. The best thing I did was join Red Apple and I plan to stay with them!" (Angela H, Teacher)