It seems like no time at all since we launched the first edition of Chapters, and we’re delighted to be back with edition two. For people who spend so much of their time talking to teachers and deep-diving into the issues of the day, it’s exciting to be able to ‘put pen to paper’ and to share our ideas about freshening up with you.  We hope you find it useful.

We're always interested in how we can help ECTs, trainee teachers and their specific requirements. We've put together a set of resources with ECTs in mind. Use the links below to find out more: Success in 2023 Writing the perfect CV Finding the right ECT school Climbing the ECT framework ECT wellbeing Your finances Managing behaviour Whether you're a trainee teacher, someone with more experience, or a school with vacancies to fill, contact Hourglass to see how we can hel...

Will this bumpy road ever lead back to normality? This exam season is the first opportunity for many students to take formal exams. They’ve had to get to grips with the extended preparation period as well as exam hall rules and regulations, and the unique feeling when the time comes to ‘turn over the paper’. Of course, these young people are no strangers to pressure. Social media is an ever-present reminder that everyone else is enjoying a near perfect existence, and the competition to succeed a...

It’s no secret that we’re living through strange times. The pandemic rampaged through life as we knew it and even though we’re trying our hardest to ‘get back to normal’ it seems like some things may never be the same. As education recruiters, we’ve watched from the side-lines as teachers carried a particularly heavy load. They’ve been holding schools together, trying to give everyone the best outcomes possible – whether in the classroom, remotely, or a combination of the two. It has been no eas...

We are proud of the relationships we build with the education professionals we work with – whether candidates or clients. Our aim is to take a proactive approach in partnership with schools, and a long term view of our candidates’ careers. Fundamentally, we’re a tight-knit team, committed to doing a good job and enjoying the time we spend at work. Our relationship with Pertemps means that we offer an abundance of benefits and a great salary. Our employees also benefit from an award-winning incen...

London has to be a foodie’s dream! Being the capital of England there is so much food to try that there’s bound to be something for everyone. Savour delicious traditional dishes, from a simple Tesco’s £3 meal deal for to a classic ‘Fish & Chips’ on a Friday evening, and not forgetting to save room for a classic roast dinner in a traditional English pub on a Sunday. Food markets in London are a must. There are so many, and you can literally find food from all over the world. Start in Camden f...

Associate Permanent Recruitment Consultant - Education Competitive Salary and Commission Package Halifax, West Yorkshire Hourglass is the specialist permanent, leadership and overseas division of Pertemps Education. We operate at the forefront of permanent recruitment and are constantly innovating to stay ahead. It's a fantastic time to join a growing business, that offers real career progression. For more than 10 years, Hourglass has been working with schools and multi-academy trusts across the...