Primary Schools
Find verified supply teachers, TAs and support staff for EYFS through to KS2.
For Headteachers, SBMs & HR Teams
Find verified supply cover - without paying agency fees.
LuminEd gives your school direct access to DBS-checked supply teachers, TAs and support staff. See costs upfront. Book in minutes.
The Problem with Agency Cover
Most schools rely on recruitment agencies to fill supply cover. It's familiar. But it's expensive, slow, and opaque.
70%
of Headteachers say
Recruitment is Difficult
National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT), 2023
Agency cover is familiar - but it comes at a cost
Agencies charge 20–40% on top of the teacher's day rate. They often send candidates you've never met. And when you need someone at 7am, you're at the mercy of their on-call team.
That means higher costs, less visibility, and slower decisions at the exact moment your school needs clarity.
Direct Access to Verified Supply Staff
Your school gets a searchable directory of supply teachers, TAs and support staff who are ready to work.
DBS certificate verified
Every candidate must hold a valid DBS certificate. We check it before their profile goes live and track expiry so schools never see an out-of-date check.
Identity confirmed
Candidates upload photo ID - passport or driving licence - which is reviewed by the LuminEd team before approval.
Right to work in the UK
We verify that every candidate has the legal right to work in England, in line with UK employment law requirements.
Qualifications reviewed
Candidates can upload relevant qualifications and experience. Schools see what's been submitted so they can make informed decisions before sending a cover request.
Ready to work
Each candidate sets the days of the week they're available, so you're only ever looking at supply staff who can actually take the booking. No chasing, no back-and-forth.
Locally searchable
Filter candidates by location and travel radius so you only see staff who can realistically get to your school. Useful whether you're in a city centre or a more rural area.
What You Can Filter By
Search supply staff using filters that match your exact need.
Designed for real school needs
Find the right person without wasting time
Whether you need last-minute cover for a Year 4 class, a subject specialist for secondary, or ongoing SEN support, LuminEd helps you filter by the details that actually matter.
That means fewer irrelevant profiles, quicker decisions, and a better chance of building a trusted bank of supply staff who fit your school properly.
Search by role, subject, phase, availability and distance - all in one place.
Example search
Narrow down the right fit quickly
Role
Teacher, TA, HLTA, cover supervisor, SEN support, and more.
Subject
From English and Maths to DT and Drama.
Key stage
EYFS through to KS5.
Availability
Days of the week they are available.
Location
Search within a set distance of your school so you can prioritise nearby, relevant candidates.
Clear Costs Before You Book
LuminEd shows the full cost breakdown before you send a cover request.
Pricing example
Adjust the candidate day rate
Schools pay a 30% platform fee on top of the candidate's agreed day rate. Move the slider to see the total update instantly.
£150
£80£300
This is the candidate's agreed day rate before the platform fee is applied.
Candidate rate
£150
Platform fee
£45
Total cost to school
£195
The 30% platform fee covers access to the LuminEd platform, candidate verification, and digital timesheet management.
From booking to approval, all in one place
LuminEd helps schools stay organised from the first shortlist through to approved timesheets and completed bookings.
Your Hiring Pipeline, Organised
Managing supply cover across a busy term gets complicated fast. LuminEd gives you a simple pipeline to keep track of every candidate and every booking in one place.
Stage 1
Saved
Stage 2
Contacted
Stage 3
Booked
Stage 4
Completed
Save candidates you like the look of, track who you've reached out to, and see all active and completed bookings at a glance. Over time, you build a trusted pool of supply staff who already know your school - your routines, your expectations, your pupils. Less starting from scratch every Monday morning.
Digital Timesheets - No Paperwork
When a booking is complete, the candidate submits their timesheet directly through the platform - daily or weekly, depending on the booking. Your team reviews it and approves it in one click.
No paper timesheets. No chasing someone down for a signature. No confusion over hours worked.
LuminEd handles payroll on your behalf, so once a timesheet is approved, you're done. There's nothing else to action on your end.
Built for the UK Education Sector
LuminEd supports schools across England and helps them find verified teachers, NQT/ECTs, TAs, HLTAs, cover supervisors, SEN support staff, learning mentors and more.
Secondary Schools
Search by subject, key stage and availability for flexible secondary cover.
SEN Schools
Connect with staff experienced in SEND, behaviour support and specialist settings.
Academies & Trusts
Manage supply needs across multiple schools with clearer visibility and control.
Independent Schools
Build a trusted pool of verified staff who match your school’s requirements.
Frequently asked questions
How do schools get access to LuminEd?
School accounts are set up by the LuminEd team. Contact us to request access and we'll get you onboarded quickly - typically within one working day.
What does LuminEd cost for schools?
Schools pay a 30% platform fee on top of each candidate's agreed day rate. There are no monthly subscriptions, no retainers and no hidden fees.
Are all candidates on LuminEd DBS checked?
Yes. Every candidate must upload and have their DBS certificate, identity documents and right to work confirmed before their profile becomes visible to schools.
Can Multi-Academy Trusts use LuminEd?
Yes. LuminEd supports Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), Single Academy Trusts and Federations. Multiple schools can be managed under one trust account.
How long does it take to book supply cover through LuminEd?
Schools can search available candidates and send a cover request on the same day. Once the candidate accepts, the booking is confirmed immediately.
Get started
School accounts are created by the LuminEd team. Get in touch to request access and we'll have you set up quickly.