Key Takeaways
Impact Teachers has been appointed to Lot 1: Teachers and Education Recruitment under the RM6376 Supply Teachers and Education Recruitment framework, operated by the Government Commercial Agency (formerly known as Crown Commercial Service (CCS)). The framework was developed in collaboration with public sector buying organisations such as the Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO) and Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO), expanding its reach and negotiation capacity.
- The RM6376 education recruitment framework replaces RM6238 STaTS and runs from 30 April 2026 to 29 April 2029
- From September 2026, single and multi academy trusts must procure supply staff through the RM6376 framework agreement as mandated in the 2026 Academy Trusts Handbook
- Working with Impact Teachers via Lot 1 gives schools access to vetted supply teachers and support staff, capped supplier fees, and transparent pricing aligned with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education standards
- This article is written for school and trust leaders in London and Greater London seeking a compliant route to education recruitment
Introduction: RM6376 and Impact Teachers’ Lot 1 Appointment
Impact Teachers has been awarded a place on Lot 1: Teachers and Education Recruitment under the RM6376 framework, giving maintained schools and academies a compliant route to work with our agency. The Supply Teachers and Education Recruitment framework, known as RM6376, is a government-backed procurement route that provides public sector education settings access to approved recruitment suppliers for temporary, fixed term, and permanent education recruitment. The RM6376 framework was specifically negotiated by the Department for Education (DfE) to include caps on agency fees and address industry practices, ensuring cost savings while maintaining workforce standards.
The framework agreement went live on 30 April 2026 and runs until 29 April 2029, replacing the earlier STaTS (RM6238) framework. As a London-based recruitment business, Impact Teachers specialises in teaching jobs in London and wider education recruitment for supply teachers, long-term staffing, and permanent recruitment for primary, secondary, and SEN schools across the capital.
What is the RM6376 Supply Teachers and Education Recruitment Framework?
The new framework is a closed, government-backed education recruitment framework that allows eligible public sector educational establishments to procure a comprehensive range of teaching and non-teaching staff for temporary, permanent, and fixed-term placements. The framework covers classroom teachers, teaching assistants, cover supervisors, senior leaders, and various non-teaching positions across all key stages and educational settings, ensuring transparent pay structures and compliance with safeguarding and procurement standards.
RM6376 has been developed by the Government Commercial Agency with support from the Department for Education, reflecting the Procurement Act 2023 requirements. The framework objectives include:
- Transparent pricing for supply staff
- Consistent safeguarding standards
- Simplified procurement for schools and multi academy trusts
- Improved visibility of supplier performance
Understanding Lot 1: Teachers and Education Recruitment
RM6376 is split into two lots. Lot 1 focuses on direct provision of teachers and education recruitment services from agencies like Impact Teachers, as opposed to Lot 2 managed service provider arrangements where a single managed service oversees the entire supply chain.
Lot 1 of the RM6376 framework allows schools and local authorities to engage directly with approved recruitment agencies for staffing needs. Roles available under the RM6376 framework include:
Role Category | Examples |
|---|---|
Classroom teachers | Primary, secondary, SEN specialists |
Educational support staff | Teaching assistants, cover supervisors, learning support assistants |
Senior leaders | Headteachers, deputy heads |
Non teaching roles | Admin, finance, IT support |
Impact Teachers’ place on Lot 1 confirms that we have passed the framework’s selection criteria around financial standing, compliance systems, safeguarding arrangements, and information security, reflecting our wider role as a purpose-driven teacher recruitment agency. |
Looking for Teaching or Support Roles in London?
Apply once with Impact Teachers and be considered for Primary, Secondary and SEN roles — including Teaching Assistant (TA), LSA, HLTA and SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs positions.
Explore Roles by Location: London Jobs | Wandsworth | Greenwich | Hackney
Who Can Use RM6376 (and Who Cannot)?
The framework is designed to support public sector education institutions, including maintained schools, academies, nurseries, colleges, and universities, in fulfilling their staffing needs by working with a dedicated teacher recruitment agency in the UK. Eligible users include:
- Maintained schools and academies
- Multi academy trusts
- Early years settings attached to schools
- FE colleges and some HE providers
- Local authorities with education services
The framework is not open to independent (for profit) schools but is available to maintained schools, academies, early years providers, colleges, and other public sector organisations with educational needs. Impact Teachers’ Lot 1 delivery focuses on schools in London and Greater London.
Why RM6376 Matters for Schools and Academy Trusts
The RM6376 framework is designed to provide better value for schools by capping supplier fees and ensuring compliance with Department for Education standards, which helps schools demonstrate value for money to governors and auditors. The framework introduces maximum daily supplier fee rates across all role categories, aimed at capping agency mark-ups and ensuring cost transparency.
Under the RM6376 framework, schools are required to use approved frameworks for sourcing supply staff, which includes compliance with rate caps and transparency measures to protect schools and ensure value for money. Using framework suppliers like Impact Teachers helps schools meet internal and external audit expectations.
Safeguarding, Compliance and Quality Under RM6376
All suppliers on the RM6376 framework are audited to ensure they meet the Department for Education safeguarding and background screening standards. The framework mandates that all suppliers must vet workers in accordance with the DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) standards.
Core pre-employment checks include enhanced DBS, barred list verification, right to work, references, and qualification verification. The framework requires suppliers to demonstrate compliance with the Cyber Essentials scheme for cybersecurity and to have protocols in place that align with the Government Security Classifications Scheme for handling sensitive data.
Pricing, Agency Selection Tool and Better Value
The new framework introduces a cap on supplier fees, specifically targeting agency mark-up, which aims to provide better value for schools without affecting the pay and conditions of supply workers. Under the RM6376 framework, schools will receive transparent charge breakdowns that detail daily rates, worker pay, and agency margins, addressing previous concerns about hidden costs.
The RM6376 framework aims to simplify the hiring process by providing a digital agency selection tool to search for suppliers by location and role. Schools can engage with the framework by using this tool to identify suitable approved suppliers based on specific staffing needs.
The framework allows schools to hire supply staff permanently after 12 weeks at no extra cost, emphasizing the absence of additional transfer fees and providing significant cost savings for schools moving a temporary worker to a permanent role.
How Schools Use RM6376 Lot 1 with Impact Teachers
Using the RM6376 framework simplifies the hiring process for schools, allowing them to engage suppliers through a straightforward order form without lengthy tender processes, thus reducing administrative burdens. Schools can also supplement their staffing needs by engaging other agencies within the framework network if required.
Typical steps include:
- Identify your staffing needs (supply teacher, teaching assistant, SEN specialist)
- Access the agency selection tool via DfE Sign-in
- Shortlist Impact Teachers based on location and role type
- Complete and sign the GCA order form—be sure to provide more detail in the ‘Requirement’ section to ensure clarity and accuracy
- Begin requesting bookings directly
Award Without Competition Under Lot 1
For Lot 1, the recommended GCA route is often award without further competition, where a school directly appoints a preferred agency. Schools can also appoint permanent workers directly through approved agencies under Lot 1, without intermediaries. Schools can base decisions on quality, service fit, geographical coverage, and indicative pricing rather than running a full mini-competition.
Award With Competition and Trust-Level Decisions
Some larger MATs may run a competitive process between Lot 1 suppliers when setting up trust-wide arrangements. Impact Teachers can participate in such competitions, providing transparent rate cards and service proposals aligned with official guidance.
How Impact Teachers Supports Schools and Trusts in London
Impact Teachers works with primary, secondary, and special schools across multiple London boroughs, supporting schools with daily cover, long-term placements, fixed term cover, and permanent staffing, drawing on our expertise in top teaching posts and education careers in London. Our experience with overseas-trained teachers from Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Ireland helps widen the pool of fully prepared classroom teachers for London schools, including specialist SEN teaching and support roles across Greater London.
We provide consistent points of contact, clear confirmation of checks, and rapid response to last-minute requests. Contact our team or reach out via our dedicated contact page to discuss your RM6376 requirements.
For Teachers, Teaching Assistants and Support Staff
Teachers, teaching assistants, cover supervisors, and other supply staff interested in working through a Lot 1 appointed agency can register with Impact Teachers. Being placed on assignments under the RM6376 framework means working with schools that value compliance, clear worker pay structures, and fair working arrangements.
Available roles include day-to-day supply teaching, long-term placements, permanent roles, and SEN support positions. We provide support with vetting, professional development, and guidance on relocation and visa processes for overseas teachers. Browse our London teaching jobs or explore specific roles for primary teachers, secondary teachers, and teaching assistant positions.
Next Steps and How to Engage Impact Teachers via RM6376
Schools can use the agency selection tool to identify Impact Teachers as a Lot 1 supplier, contact us to discuss rates and requirements, and complete the signed order form to set up a call-off contract. Review your current supply arrangements ahead of September 2026 to assess how RM6376 supports better value, transparency, and compliance.
Impact Teachers aims to make the transition to RM6376 as straightforward as possible for London schools, combining procurement awareness with practical education recruitment support.
Looking for Teaching or Support Roles in London?
Apply once with Impact Teachers and be considered for Primary, Secondary and SEN roles — including Teaching Assistant (TA), LSA, HLTA and SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs positions.
Explore Roles by Location: London Jobs | Wandsworth | Greenwich | Hackney
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my school required to use the RM6376 framework for supply staff?
The framework is set to be live from 30 April 2026 and will be mandatory for single and multi-academy trusts to procure supply staff through it, as outlined in the 2026 Academy Trusts Handbook. Maintained schools are encouraged to use RM6376 as a best-practice route. Consult the latest DfE and GCA documentation alongside your governance requirements when deciding on procurement routes.
Does using RM6376 change what we pay our supply teachers?
RM6376 sets caps on supplier fees (agency mark-up) rather than worker pay, so the framework controls agency costs while keeping teacher pay competitive. Schools agree actual pay rates within local norms and statutory requirements. Impact Teachers provides full transparency with clear breakdowns of worker pay and agency fees.
Can we move existing supply arrangements onto RM6376?
Schools may align future bookings with RM6376 when renewing supply staff arrangements. Any transition from existing off-framework contracts needs to respect notice periods, contract end dates, and local procurement rules. Impact Teachers can work with schools to plan a phased transition while respecting existing agreements.
How quickly can we start booking supply staff through RM6376 with Impact Teachers?
Once a school has completed the GCA order form naming Impact Teachers under Lot 1, bookings can begin promptly subject to candidate availability. Timing varies depending on internal approval processes and governance cycles. Contact us to map out a realistic timeline from enquiry to first booking.
Does RM6376 cover non-teaching roles as well as supply teachers?
RM6376 covers a wide range of education support staff and non teaching staff including teaching assistants, cover supervisors, learning mentors, and other educational support staff. Impact Teachers primarily focuses on classroom teachers, teaching assistants, and related support roles. Contact us to confirm which role types we can supply under Lot 1.
