Empowering Time

The Empowering App has been designed to modernise the recruitment process, giving you the control to find exactly what you’re looking for. Whether you’re a school looking to fill a vacancy or someone looking for a new role within education, this App will support you on your quest.
The App will ‘match’ people and short-term temporary assignments instantly.
If you are looking for people, just sign in and post your job requirement. We will automatically match it to our fully vetted candidate database giving you the opportunity to fill it straight away.
If you are looking for work, just sign in and enter your preferences and availability. As soon as we have vetted your compliance we will automatically match you to available work assignments.
All you need to do is select ‘Create an account’ and follow the on-screen instructions. We will do the rest, contacting you when necessary to verify things are set up to give you maximum benefit.
Who are we?
Established in 1989, TimePlan Education are part of the Empowering Learning group. We are the most experienced teaching agency in the UK. As well as recruiting from across Britain, our dedicated team has representatives in Australia, Canada and New Zealand meaning we have access to the best teaching talent the world has to offer. We understand teaching is not a job, it’s a calling. It’s why our goal is to streamline the recruitment process to get talented teachers and support staff where they are needed – in the classroom inspiring the next generation.
How do I get help?
You can contact us at any time using the telephone / email information shown at the top of this ‘Support’ page.
How do I know people on the site are safe and have the right to work?
We are committed to child protection and safer recruitment in education and has 13 vetting standard procedures and checks. At least one qualified teacher is involved in our vetting process. Evidence of all checks are filed and recorded on our database. These include:
* A face to face interview.
* Identification check – against a passport, national ID card or photo driving licence and, where necessary, sight of marriage and divorce certificates.
* Date of birth check – against a passport, national ID card or photo driving licence.
* Proof of address – recent utility bill.
* Qualifications verification – sight of originals or verification with the issuing institution.
* Two independent professional references – one from a candidate’s most recent employer or place of study. Open references and testimonials are verified with the referee.
* Right to work – passports are checked for the right to work in the UK.
* CV check – CVs must be up to date and any gaps must be accounted for.
* Criminal records check (UK and overseas if applicable) – all candidates must complete an Enhanced Disclosure and all candidates from overseas, or anyone who has worked overseas, must have a current police clearance from the relevant country.
* Disqualification by Association – all relevant staff in relevant settings must be asked to complete a childcare disqualification declaration affirming that they are not disqualified.
* Barred List Search check – as part of the recruitment process and then annually.
* DfE number (or overseas equivalent if applicable) – for qualified teachers.
* Medical fitness to teach – completed for all teachers and support staff.
We believe in Equal Opportunities in employment for all. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. If you have any questions about this or anything else, please do not hesitate to contact us.