Shaping Lives with Think Education

Think Education. Think Talent

At Think Education, we specialise exclusively in education recruitment. That focus gives us a deep understanding of the challenges schools, trusts, academies, local authorities and EdTech organisations face when it comes to finding the right people.

We don’t just advertise jobs and wait. We build relationships, search proactively, and connect you with talented professionals who align with your values, vision and ethos.

From CEOs and headteachers to teachers, SEND specialists, support staff and IT professionals, we’re here to help you appoint the people who will make a lasting difference.

Why partner with us?

Personal expertise

Dedicated experts with other 40 years education recruitment experience.

Proactive search

Proactive executive headhunt search

Values-driven

Education changes lives, and the right appoinments changes schools.

Streamlined process

Stay focused; we handle the search, compliance and admin.

Safeguarding first

Candidates rigorous vetting in line with KCSIE guidelines.

Our specialist areas

We bring sector-specific expertise across four dedicated divisions

Think Leadership

Senior leadership and executive appointments across schools and trusts.

Think Teaching & Support

Quality assured teaching and support staff ready to make an impact across primary and secondary schools

Think SEND

Connecting passionate and diverse SEND professionals across all types of SEND provision.

Think EdTech

Linking highly skilled IT professionals who drive digital learning forward.

Partners

Shaping lives

We understand how critical recruitment is to your organisation’s success. That’s why we take the time to understand your culture, your challenges, and your vision… and then we design a recruitment campaign that delivers.

With Think Education, you get a trusted recruitment partner who works alongside you, acting as an advocate for your school or trust, and ensuring the process is thorough, efficient, and values-driven.

Candidates

Your career, your future

Your next role isn’t just another job. It’s a chance to make a difference, grow your career, and find an environment where you can thrive.

At Think Education, we are a team of experts, with extensive sector knowlege. We’ll listen to your goals, support you at every stage, and introduce you to organisations where your values and skills will be appreciated. Whether you’re a senior leader, teacher, SEND specialist or EdTech professional, we’ll help you take the next step with confidence.

We have a specialist central safeguarding team who operate a seamless vetting process.

Safeguarding at our core

We know the responsibility schools and trusts carry when appointing staff. That’s why safeguarding underpins everything we do.

Every candidate undergoes thorough vetting in line with the latest statutory requirements, so you can be confident in every appointment we support. We have a specialist central safeguarding team who operate a seamless, efficient vetting process.

All of our candidates are thoroughly and comprehensively vetted to the current DfE statutory guidelines following the Keeping Children Safe In Education regulations.

What people say about us

“When I was appointed Headteacher, it was Think Education that led the recruitment process. Since my appointment, I have used them, and Chris Gartner, on two occasions for other teaching recruitment at my new school. They took time to understand ‘you’, your school, your vision and what it is that you were specifically looking for. The people from Think Education made absolutely certain that they knew me and how I wanted to work, but also the school and what was needed. Their approach alleviated any issues: fielding calls, supporting candidates and organising visits and follow up conversations. I have no hesitation in recommending Think Education and I will continue to use them in the future.”

MAT in Midlands

Headteacher appointed

“We have been particularly impressed with your incredibly flexible approach, adapting seamlessly to our evolving needs and timelines. The tailored, bespoke solutions you provided were perfectly aligned with our specific requirements, demonstrating a deep understanding of our organisation and its culture.”

MAT, West Midlands

Director of Education and Director of People

“Chris led our search process for the recruitment of a new Principal. Chris was tremendous to work with throughout this process. He was considered and offered valuable advice at the briefing stage and then produced a range of exceptional candidates for interview. He managed the process of the interviews and gave key insights to guide the appointment decision. I couldn’t thank him enough. Chris’ calm, experienced and thorough approach balanced with his good sense of humour made a recruitment challenge a pleasure to be involved in. Chris was also extremely competent in all aspects of HR compliance within an educational setting. I would recommend Chris’s work without reservation, and believe in the appointment of Ian Smith the college was able to on-board an excellent candidate.”

Giles Williams M.A.(Oxon)

Managing Director, Brooke House College

“We chose Think Education and Chris Gartner to help source us a new Headteacher for our rapidly growing MAT. They were excellent value for money, and ran an efficient, transparent and fair recruitment process throughout. Chris Gartner and Victoria, our account managers, both instinctively understood the characteristics of schools, and the challenges of a medium-sized MAT. We had an excellent number of applicants from a nationwide search, resulting in a strong short list of over 20, and a successful appointment after two days of interviews. I’m very happy to recommend Think Education in their ability to find senior-level candidates in this sector.”

MAT, North West

Chair Person

MAT, West Midlands

Director of Education and Director of People

MAT, West Midlands

Director of Education and Director of People

Ready to get started?

Whether you’re looking for your next appointment or your next role, we’d love to hear from you.