EXPERT RECRUITMENT FOR PRIVATE AND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
Who are we?
Great Teachers Shape Lives.
Academea Recruitment Partners is a boutique education recruitment agency, working exclusively with private and international schools. Based in Cambridgeshire, we specialise in connecting exceptional educators with outstanding schools across the UK and overseas.
With a deep understanding of the independent sector, we offer a personal, consultative approach. Just one consistent point of contact, every step of the way.
Our candidates are handpicked for their experience, ethos, and alignment with the values of independent education. Every appointment is backed by a 2-year placement guarantee, unlimited candidate CPD, and the option of psychometric assessments to support long-term cultural fit.
WHAT DO WE DO?
Headteacher / Principal
Deputy Headteacher / Vice Principal
Academic Director
Director of Studies
Head of Department
Pastoral Director
Leadership & Senior Management
Subject Teachers
Music Teachers
Drama and Permorming Arts
Art and Design
Physical Education
Primary & Secondary
Support and Specialist Staff
School Counsellors
Career Advisors
Librarians
Teaching Assistant
House Parents / Boarding Staff
Pastoral Care
RECRUITING EXCELLENCE FOR GLOBAL EDUCATION
Academea Executive Search
Our Executive Search division specialises in the appointment of senior leaders across the independent and international school sectors — including Heads, Deputy Heads, and Directors. We take a discreet, research-led approach to each assignment, combining deep sector knowledge with extensive networks to identify, engage, and secure exceptional leadership talent. Every search is handled with absolute discretion, led by a a Director of Academea from start to finish.
The package we offer is market leading, and our 24 month placement guarantee is the proof you need that we fully believe in the service we offer. We focus our Executive Search work on mid to senior level leadership appointments. With our exceptional existing network, and sourcing tools and techniques we can provide our clients with the ideal candidate that not only has the right experience, but shares your vision, culture and attitudes. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure we find you an exceptional candidate, who will help lead your school and stay long term.
Executive Search for senior leaders in Education
Helping you find, hire and retain talented executives across the UK and globally
100% of roles filled – 100% of the searches we are undertake are fulfilled
Dual branded social media campaigns – professional media videos included in our fee
24 month guarentee – industry leading replacement policy on all retained work carried out
Psychometric assessments for candidates - supporting long term cultural fit and leadership potential
Unlimited CPD for all candidates before their first day - class room ready from the outset
Director
Leadership roles
Director
Primary & Secondary
Consultant
Primary & Secondary
Consultant
Support Roles
Head of International
GIVING BACK.
We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Project Luangwa, a charitable organisation dedicated to empowering communities in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley through the benefits of tourism. To support their mission, we will donate 5% of all our profits to Project Luangwa, aiding their efforts to enhance education and promote gender equality in the region.
