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title: "Navigating Agency Recruitment: Read Our Guide for Schools"
description: With growing challenges in recruiting teachers and support staff (especially during certain termly pinch-points around resignation dates and unexpected sickness absences), many schools turn to supply agencies as a quick and effective solution. Recruitment agencies offer access to a broad talent pool, helping schools address staffing shortages swiftly.
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# Navigating Agency Recruitment: Read Our Guide for Schools

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December 5, 2024

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With growing challenges in recruiting teachers and support staff (especially during certain termly pinch-points around resignation dates and unexpected sickness absences), many schools turn to supply agencies as a quick and effective solution. Recruitment agencies offer access to a broad talent pool, helping schools address staffing shortages swiftly.

The guide from our NYES Resourcing Solutions team outlines common pitfalls such as safeguarding, hidden costs and tax compliance, and tips for schools to help navigate the world of recruitment agencies.

By understanding these key considerations and taking proactive steps to manage your relationships with recruitment agencies you can make informed decisions, avoid common pitfalls, mitigate risk and avoid a host of issues and associated costs.

[Click here to read our guide.](https://www.nyes.info/Article/164820)

**For further advice and support,** get in touch with NYES Resourcing Solutions on nyes.resourcing@northyorks.gov.uk

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