Supply Desk

7.9 out of 10
141 Ratings

About Supply Desk

Supply Desk have been operating since 2002 when we launched the first agency management recruitment services within education, for school groups in the UK. This was delivered in partnership with the London Borough of Harrow in 2002. The service was ground-breaking for the time and within the first 2 years, savings of over £1 million were made across the authority, and teacher retention rates improved by 70%. We’re proud of our history as innovators in Education and our vision to be recognised as such is reflected in the many ways we try to help schools find the right staff. We now have over 14 years of experience and our focus today is still on a fair price and a ‘never-compromise’ attitude to quality. To help schools raise standards we know we need to find the best talent and then create the right match.  We do this by getting to know each individual school, their staff, their pupils and culture before recommending the right candidate.

Contact Supply Desk

0800 027 2737
info@supplydesk.co.uk
Sir Wilfred Newton House
Second Floor, Thorncliffe House
Chapeltown
Sheffield
S35 2PH
UK
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Supply Desk Ratings and Reviews

7.9

Overall Rating

7.9 out of 10
based on 141 Ratings
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Amount of work

7.8

Rate of pay

7.3

Quality of schools

7.7

Personability

8.3

Honesty

8.1

Overall Service

8.0

9.4 out of 10 PB · Reviewed on
I have worked for supply desk for two years after deciding to become semi retired. Hannah interviewed me initially and has been main contact with supply desk providing varied and interesting placements, her professionalism has been invaluable throughout this time. The teaching has often gone beyond self propelled lessons and has enabled me teach and deliver meaningful lessons to the students. This has been either a short term placement or bookings that require teaching over a longer term. I would recommend supply desk to any colleague within the profession. Hats off to Hannah, Erika, Katherine and Drew.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay7
Quality of schools9
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
9.7 out of 10 Dr Hubert Ezirim · Reviewed on
I have been working for Supply Desk (Kent) for several years. The staff are professional, friendly and helpful. I was supported by Katherine when I recently had an issue with a school. She showed understanding and compassion. Katherine never judged me but assured me of her support. I am well looked after by the agency. I will recommend Supply Desk to anyone looking for a caring, friendly and supportive agency to work for.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay9
Quality of schools9
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
10.0 out of 10 SG · Reviewed on
I have worked for Supply Desk for over 2 years now and have found the whole team to be extremely helpful and friendly. I have enjoyed working for them in schools and as a 1 : 1 tutor. Most of my contact has been with Ryan, who provides excellent support and has listened to any concerns with understanding. I would recommend any teachers who are seeking agency work to contact Supply Desk.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay10
Quality of schools10
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
10.0 out of 10 MM · Reviewed on
I have enjoyed every minute of working for Supply Desk since I first met the Canterbury Team in January 2016. I have been well looked after by Katharine and all her colleagues, both the current and former members of the Canterbury branch. They are all friendly and approachable; have listened to my requirements and have found me day-to-day, 1:1 tutoring and long term positions. I have been kept very busy since registering and have had the opportunity to work in a variety of local schools with great staff, and where I have been able to help and support many lovely children. Thank you for all your hard work!
Amount of work10
Rate of pay10
Quality of schools10
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
7.4 out of 10 Ralph Burts · Reviewed on
Work is plentiful but requests for pay rises (Watford) are unheard of, despite many years passing. They have fallen behind other agencies with their rates.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay2
Quality of schools9
Personability9
Honesty8
Overall Service7
1.6 out of 10 Sue · Reviewed on
Made many promises that they failed to deliver. Very disorganized and untrustworthy company.
Amount of work1
Rate of pay3
Quality of schools3
Personability1
Honesty1
Overall Service1
10.0 out of 10 Olaoluwa Olanrewaju · Reviewed on
Canterbury branch is the best branch. They have never left me without a job for 1 week. They are so amazing with lovely staffs. I really missed the branch . Unfortunately moving from london to Sunderland hearing that the branch i registered to in Sunderland will seize to exist by 26th of July is very sad. I really missed my direct contact Drew. Also missed Ryne, Catherine, Maggie, Hannah and Tracey. I recommend the branch to anyone who has a degree and any qualified teacher. They are just the best. Applying to other agecies, they ve always given me reference. And they are very prompt responding to the reference. Thanks so much and continue the good job.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay10
Quality of schools10
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
9.1 out of 10 Dave Cordery · Reviewed on
Having used Supply Desk as a DHT they were top of my list for job seeking when I retired. I have had constant Tutoring opportunities since. My “ Handler” RW has looked after my interests and preferences in a sensitive and understanding way. Communication with him and his colleagues is always a pleasure. The organisation as a whole make me feel part of the team in spite of the fact that I don’t get to see them in person very often.
Amount of work9
Rate of pay7
Quality of schools8
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
8.6 out of 10 Helen Cripps · Reviewed on
Supply Desk are a good agency to work for as a TA good rates of pay and will always try and find the right placement to suit me.
Amount of work7
Rate of pay9
Quality of schools8
Personability9
Honesty9
Overall Service9
10.0 out of 10 Nikki Brooker · Reviewed on
I have had a very positive experience working for Supply Desk, the team are very supportive and I have been offered placements which I have thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you for the support that you gave me.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay10
Quality of schools10
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
10.0 out of 10 Claire Daniels · Reviewed on
I have loved working for Supply Desk. Katherine and her team in Canterbury have been a joy to work with, having a friendly and understanding approach as well as a realistic understanding of life in the classoom. I have worked for them for almost 3 years and they have been fantastic! The team appreciate other roles their staff may have and plan and place accordingly. They have shown admirable honesty about each placement which has created a great sense of trust. I have recommended many associates to them as I know that teachers are taken care of. The social meet ups are arranged to ensure staff can meet and chat, as well as share information about schools. Would 101% recommend this agency to anyone looking to dabble in the world of supply teaching.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay10
Quality of schools10
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
9.7 out of 10 NP · Reviewed on
I came to find Supply Desk through the fantastic reviews of this agency. The Canterbury branch were fantastically helpful and really supportive. In my initial meeting they helped me go through the process and reassured me throughout (having had a bad experience at my last job and some time away from the profession). With one foot back in the classroom I have felt my confidence return and have been really happy with the placements the agency has given me. They have picked specific schools to suit me after the initial interview and I now trust their judgement implicitly for any future assignments. Thanks and shout out to Katerine, Hannah and Ryan for all the help and support.
Amount of work9
Rate of pay9
Quality of schools10
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
9.0 out of 10 Derek Ferrier · Reviewed on
I have been employed by supply desk several times in short employment gaps and now as a semi-retired teacher. They are utterly professional while still retaining a personal touch. Appreciated at 7am in the morning! They have also manage to provide steady amounts of work. Their rates appear to be better than many. I am happy to recommend them to other supply teachers. In their recruitment role, they found me an excellent full-time role that I held for 8 years until I retired.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay8
Quality of schools8
Personability9
Honesty10
Overall Service9
9.6 out of 10 Ann Scott · Reviewed on
I have worked for Supply Desk for three months. I was totally happy with how Abbie and her team supported me throughout. I am looking forward to working again with Abbie and her team.
Amount of work10
Rate of pay10
Quality of schools7
Personability10
Honesty10
Overall Service10
9.0 out of 10 Kath · Reviewed on
Signed up in October 2018, first job November 2018. Matching me to a school was a worry. All worked out as the school really suited my skill set. Result good match.
Amount of work9
Rate of pay9
Quality of schools9
Personability9
Honesty9
Overall Service9
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