Welcome to Progress Teachers
Improving educational outcomes & empowering opportunity
Are you an educator seeking your next career move, or an educational institution searching for the perfect staff to inspire and guide students to success? Look no further. At Progress Teachers, our commitment is more than recruitment; it’s a promise to elevate education across the UK with our personal, open, and honest approach.
Lead with Passion, Teach with Purpose
At Progress Teachers, we envision our staff leading the charge for quality education in every school and college nationwide. We’re not just looking for educators; we’re seeking individuals ready to play a critical role in shaping young minds, being the first through the door, and the last to leave.

Inspire
Progress Teachers believes in the power of education to transform lives. Every child matters, and we’re dedicated to ensuring every student receives an excellent education. Recognizing the pivotal role teachers and support staff play, our goal is to help schools access the right talent to elevate educational standards.

Overcome
No matter the economic background or ability level, every child encounters barriers in their educational journey. Progress Teachers is committed to providing the right staff with the necessary skills to help students overcome obstacles. Whether it’s full-class teachers, 1:1 support specialists, or personal tutors, we’re here to make sure no student is left behind.

Achieve
We firmly believe that, with the right support, every child can achieve more than they thought possible. Recruiting the right staff is crucial to realizing this vision, and our experienced teams understand the diverse needs of schools. We pride ourselves on recruiting top-quality candidates who align with our commitment to keeping children safe in education at all times.




For 3 months now and they have been great. I was first contact by Helen, and from the get go she has been amazing. She is attentive to your wishes, she’s thrives to find you the perfect role and cares about the people she’s works with. Helen keeps in contact and makes working with progress teachers a great experience

What could of been stressful and daunting is completely turned upside down with her professional and passionate easy nature she put me at ease from the interview stage to finding me the prefect long term position in a school. I am really happy working with Progress teachers .Helen is tremendously supportive and on hand for me, i just couldn't be happier, you're brilliant at what you do !!

After waiting for the promised call back, I received a text the following morning asking if Madison can call me around 9:45am which I confirmed. No call back. The following day I received a text with a message saying how busy she was and would call me back asap. This was last Friday. I then received my time sheet and thought perhaps I’ll get paid for my time. Fast forward to Tuesday 9 pm. No call back and no pay!!!! They have used me as an extra pair of hands as the school in question were awaiting OFSTED to inspect. Very unprofessional and dishonest behaviour. Be very wary if looking for a professional company as it’s not what you will get!!








Helen, at Progress Teachers, has been so supportive, and has kept in touch to check in and see how things are going, if I'm still happy, etc, and also has regular communication with the school. I would definitely stick with this agency for any future placements if I needed to.


Their communication has always been prompt, clear, and supportive. Whether it was about daily placements or longer-term assignments, they kept me informed and well-prepared. I’ve particularly appreciated the practical advice and suggestions they’ve shared along the way — their guidance has been both professional and genuinely helpful in supporting my development as an educator.
One of my key placements was at Horninglow Primary School in Burton, where I worked through Progress. It was a rewarding experience, and the support I received from the agency played a major role in making it a success.
I would highly recommend Progress Teachers to anyone looking for reliable and supportive agency work in education.


I have had the best experience personally with Madison she has honestly helped me and understood me throughout finding me the correct role, she has been extremely supportive and reliable. Any question or query or even a little worry Madison was there to provide whatever I needed whether that be support or just a phone call to help me throughout for this I couldn’t be more thankful for! 🙂





Progress Teachers has been fantastic in providing excellent placements and ongoing support. Their team is professional, communicative, and truly cares about matching educators with the right schools. The process is seamless, and Helen Heyhoe been checking on regularly to ensure everything runs smoothly. I highly recommend them to any teacher looking for reliable opportunities.



All the 5 star reviews on their Google page are better & fake. They only have 2 real view on indeed.com & company size is 8 peopl3 so relatively small.
I've encountered numerous teaching agencies in my career, but none have been as unprofessional and deceitful as this one. Here’s my experience, which I hope will save you from the same ordeal:
From the start, they bombarded me with calls, insisting on work references, chasing my past employers, and even making me do a video interview. They dangled the promise of numerous full-time opportunities in front of me, but it was all smoke and mirrors. Once I signed up, their true colors showed:
Uncompensated Work: They made me work a full day trial shift at a school in Birmingham for free. This is unheard of; every other reputable agency I've worked with compensates for trial shifts.
Exploitation for Quotas: It became clear that this agency was just trying to meet some internal quotas or fill their database with names. They weren't interested in genuine employment opportunities for their candidates.
Lack of Support: During the trial, I managed well despite one overly micromanaging TA. I engaged positively with the students, doing both one-to-one and small group sessions. However, after the trial, the agency's consultant called once only to ask how it went, then ghosted me completely. No feedback, no follow-up calls, nothing.
Unprofessional Communication: The complete lack of communication post-trial was not only rude but also highly unprofessional. You expect at least some feedback or closure, especially after dedicating your time and effort.
New and Unconnected: This agency seems to be relatively new, with very few school connections, which explains why they're so desperate to have people work for free under the guise of 'trials.' They clearly do not have the network or reputation to offer legitimate jobs.
My Advice:
Steer clear of this agency. They are not here to support your career but rather to exploit your need for work. If you're looking for teaching or assistant positions in the West Midlands, I would recommend agencies like Zen Education or Teaching Personnel. They have a solid reputation, a broad network of schools, and they treat their candidates with respect and professionalism.
Conclusion: This agency is not worth your time or effort. Protect your career and your dignity by choosing an agency that values you as much as you value education.








Thanks to Progress Teachers .






Ryan acknowledged my skills and experience and put me forward for a role within a day of me working with him. A role that I have now secured with his support and encouragement along the way.
He is honest, hardworking and transparent about process. He checks in with you before and after interviews and is ready to help overcome any hurdles/ worries you may have. The best experience I’ve ever had with an employment agency, hands down.




I was Less than a week with Progress Teachers when they offered me an interview, a contracted role in a secondary school. The next day I got offered the position.
Ryan is so professional and very efficient in his job! he really does have your best interests in mind when finding a role that suits your skills. Would recommend 100%.

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Their commitment to helping me succeed has been evident in every interaction. Whether it's finding the right placements or providing guidance, they've consistently shown a genuine interest in my professional growth. It's clear that they value their people and work hard to ensure we're satisfied.
Overall, my experience with Progress Teachers Agency has been exceptional. They’ve proven to be reliable, supportive, and truly dedicated to their teachers. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a teaching agency that genuinely cares.




They are reliable, efficient and are just professional in everything they say and do.
I've had a marvellous experience with them.
They're just second to none.
Shout out to Leigha, Holly, Doug and the rest of the family.
If there's one Thing to do today, phone Progress Teachers that what I say.


The willingness by the great team to support me at all time is highly remarkable.
Many thanks to Douglas and Connor.

This experience has been a complete waste of time. I was not expecting this level of professionalism from a company at this status.


Shauna was extremely clear about the roles available and took the time to thoroughly go through the safeguarding questions with me. Her knowledge and understanding of the education sector were evident, and she made sure that I felt comfortable throughout the entire process.
One thing that stood out to me about Shauna was her genuine passion for her work at Progress Teachers. It was evident that she takes great pride in being part of the team and truly believes in the power of education to transform lives. This passion shone through in every interaction we had, and it made the whole experience of registering with Progress Teachers even more enjoyable.
As a senior recruitment consultant, Shauna's expertise and professionalism were evident. She made sure that everything was completed efficiently and smoothly, leaving me with a sense of confidence in the company's values and commitment to their clients.
Overall, my experience with Shauna at Progress Teachers was excellent. Her efficient and thorough approach, coupled with her passion for education, made the process of registering a truly great experience. I would highly recommend Shauna and Progress Teachers to anyone looking for recruitment services in the education sector.






I’ve had loads of support and with regular phone calls from Ryan, which made a change from other agencies I have worked at over the years. Any issues have been dealt with quickly.
Great company to work for.
Thank you.






preferences.
Also my consultant Matt Hardy, a very proactive, and attentive individual who has always been there at every stage. Also he is very supportive and professional in his working. A perfect agency with all the lovely staff to work with.

I have been employed for over a year and have regular contact from Matt Hardy .






Thank you to Matt Hardy, a really kind and helpful liaison. Always so lovely and professional every time we speak. By far the best company I’ve worked for so far within this industry. Thanks again to progress teachers!



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The agency management kept in contact throughout my time working at the school and was always there if I had any issues which was sorted out on the day.
I would recommend anyone looking for work in the education sector contact progress Teachers.
Thankyou to all the management.
Stephen Bilbie.





Always has time
Follows up and is there if ever you need anything
Cheers Matt






I am highly thankful to Matt and progress teachers









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