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Helping you find the answer you’re looking for

Step Teachers has compiled some of the questions that schools across the UK frequently ask us. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, our team is on-hand to help so don’t hesitate to get in touch.

I want to place a vacancy with Step Teachers – what do I need to do?
To place a vacancy, visit our Contact Us page and call your local branch.  Alternatively, you can use our website; click here and complete the details on the screen.  One of our consultants will then begin searching for the right candidate and contact you immediately.

What time can I call you in the morning or evening to place a last minute booking?
As soon as you find out that you have a staffing need then contact us so that one of our consultants can take the details and start the search immediately. Our offices are staffed from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday.  Once the office is closed, our consultants are then on-call around the clock to answer your calls personally.

Are your supply teachers and support staff cleared through the DBS, and if so do they have a copy of their Enhanced Disclosure?
All teachers and support staff that attend schools through Step Teachers have had Enhanced Disclosures carried out and returned to them prior to them taking on any work. Furthermore, all teachers have been stringently checked according to DfE guidelines, so you’re safe in the knowledge that staff in their schools are legally allowed to work in UK schools.  Finally, schools receive confirmation of all our checks from our Assignment Confirmation which is either emailed or faxed to you before the teacher attends.

What confirmation do I receive when I book a teacher/support staff from you?
Once a booking has been confirmed on the phone, your consultant will arrange to fax, email or post an Assignment Confirmation. This information sheet includes the key stages to be taught, the dates the teacher is needed to teach, the cost to the school and all the teacher’s vetting details. 

What information should I provide to the teacher when they first come to our school?
A well-prepared teacher will perform far better and have a more productive day; however, there is not always enough time in the morning to conduct a tour of the school and provide an induction. If your school has a pack for supply teachers, please do give this to them.  Alternativel