How overseas recruitment can work for you

Many of our schools are looking outside the UK to fill their vacancies. For more than 20 years, Hourglass has been sourcing, recruiting and successfully relocating high calibre, highly valued teachers who have been trained and gained experience overseas. These teachers bring a rich and diverse life view which enhances classroom experience and broadens horizons for the whole school community. We have helped hundreds of teachers move their lives and build their careers in the UK – but we never fail to be impressed and gratified by the positive impact their talent, energy and dedication has in our client schools. Where it works best, hiring managers view recruiting from overseas not as a quick fix, but as part of their long-term resourcing strategy. We continue to offer support as they rise through the ranks, often progressing from the classroom to middle and senior leadership positions. Find out more about the advantages of recruiting from overseas, and how Hourglass can help with your s…

Host a virtual recruitment event

Hourglass will arrange for you to video interview a range of pre-vetted teachers, handpicked according to your own unique requirements. Without leaving your own office, you’ll be able to meet and evaluate the most talented teachers from around the world. Whether you decide to travel, or stay in the UK, these are extremely efficient, cost effective methods which allow schools and academies to conduct meaningful interviews and make swift, informed hiring decisions. Offers of employment can be made immediately, and our dedicated team will follow up, offering support with contracts, visa applications, relocation preparation, and taking full responsibility for security, identity and professional competence checks.

Case study - Yvonne

Yvonne relocated in 2015. She is married, with children and travelled on a Tier 2 visa with a certificate of sponsorship from her employer. Motivation: Her primary motivation was the career development potential in the UK. She was also excited by the cultural diversity she would experience in London. From a personal standpoint, Yvonne was keen to broaden her horizons and explore the world from an English perspective. Outcome: As an experienced teacher who qualified in Jamaica, Yvonne was an excellent candidate for English schools. Since joining a multi-academy trust in the south east of England she has quickly made a positive impact and was promoted to head up one of the trust’s three primary schools. Yvonne found the visa application process the most nerve-wracking part of her relocation. However, her consultant provided the information she needed and “was there every step of the way to answer any queries”. Yvonne’s family has also benefited by the diversity in London. Inspired by fri…