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APT Education – Services for Primary Schools

APT Education provides high‑quality, fully vetted Primary staff to schools across Northampton, Milton Keynes and South Northants. As your local Primary recruitment specialists, we offer a refreshingly human approach – no hard sell, just honest, reliable support.

Whether you need day‑to‑day supply, long‑term consistency, permanent staff or specialist SEN support, we take the time to understand your school’s values and priorities. Every recommendation is tailored to ensure educators genuinely fit your ethos and strengthen your team.

With a strong focus on safeguarding, compliance and clear communication, we make Primary recruitment feel effortless, responsive and dependable.
Local knowledge. People‑first service. Primary expertise that works for your school.

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Providing qualified, experienced professionals for long-term, short-term, and emergency cover across all school roles.

Reliable and responsive supply staff to ensure continuity in the classroom, even at short notice.

Targeted support to help pupils close learning gaps, improve outcomes, and thrive academically.

Sector-informed recruitment led by a Primary Business Manager with deep experience working with hundreds of schools and candidates.

Honest, collaborative partnerships focused on understanding your school’s unique needs and delivering tailored solutions.

Why choose us

Working alongside you to deliver what matters most

Working with APT Education means working with a highly experienced team, that truly understands the Primary sector, its unique challenges, evolving needs, and how best to support you every step of the way.

Staffing

  • Long-term staff absences
  • Maternity and paternity leave cover
  • Unfilled permanent vacancies
  • Flexible PPA
  • SEN specialists and classroom support staff
  • Sabbaticals, job shares, and flexible working arrangements

Intervention

  • Dedicated one-to-one support for pupils with additional needs
  • Small group support
  • Behavioural support
  • Pupil well-being initiatives
  • Early Years support
  • EAL Support

Pupil Safeguarding

  • Helping senior leaders deliver on their safeguarding commitments through:
  • Stringent vetting standards (KCSIE and REC compliant)
  • Online vetting checks
  • DSL within APT Education
  • Safeguarding Culture
  • Rapid Reporting Protocol
Testimonials

Hear how we connect talent with opportunity.

I have had a great experience working with Alex over the last 5 years. From the very beginning, he has been incredibly professional, approachable and proactive in finding placements that suit my skills, availability and preferences.

His communication is always clear and timely, and he is quick to respond to any questions or concerns. I have consistently been placed in schools where I have felt valued and supported which speaks volumes about the strong relationships he has built with his partner schools.  Any issues that have arisen have been resolved quickly and professionally. It is clear that Alex has a genuine relationship with both teachers and the schools he works with. 

Hilary
KS2 TEACHER

I have worked with Alex for a number of years now and he has been very consistent and efficient. Always keeping a high standard of professionalism and open communication. We have worked very hard to build a great professional relationship due to his good understanding of our schools and what we need. His prompt and proactive response to supporting our schools has been outstanding.

Danielle
Chief Operations Officer, Orchard and Shepherdswell Academy.

Alex was consistently professional, supportive, and reliable throughout my transition from previous employment. His open communication and guidance made the registration process smooth and reassuring. Always available for questions or support, Alex went above and beyond, and his positive attitude made working with him a genuine pleasure.

Rashda
SEN Teaching Assistant

I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Alex for the past two years. He is one of the best consultants I have ever collaborated with. Always incredibly approachable, supportive and proactive in finding the best opportunities. His dedication in providing a first class, professional service is second to none. His expertise and guidance have had such a positive influence on my career journey. Thank you, Alex!

Jasbir
KS2 TEACHER

Alex has provided our 5 rural schools with short- and long-term supply teachers for many years. His understanding of our schools and what they require means we have always received a fantastic service with excellent teachers provided. 

Sharon
School Business Manager, Forest Federation
I have worked with Alex for many years for our staffing needs and have always found him to be professional, reliable and highly effective. He takes the time to fully understand our requirements and the culture of our organisation, consistently providing excellent candidates. His proactive approach and strong communication skills make the recruitment process smooth and efficient every time.
 
Rahul
School Business Manager, at St Monica’s Catholic Primary
I’ve had a fantastic experience working with Alex. Alex was professional, approachable, and genuinely invested in finding placements that suited my skills and preferences. Communication was always clear and timely, and I felt supported every step of the way.
 
What stood out most was his understanding of the education sector and commitment to matching teachers with the right schools. I highly recommend Alex to any supply teacher looking for a reliable and supportive consultant.
Elaine
KS1 TEACHER
I have worked with Alex for over 2 and a half years, and have always found him to be very professional, reliable, and show a high level of care and interest. Alex will keep in regular contact, to see how everything is going with each placement , and support with any queries. A very positive experience overall for me.
 
Trudie
KS2 TEACHER
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