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Academics, Doncaster Branch are your local education recruitment partner, providing work opportunities within education for teachers & education support staff. We are located in central Doncaster and our team have a wealth of relevant sector knowledge to aid our candidates in finding school based opportunities locally.
Our team here of dedicated consultants are here to support local schools & candidates. We have a background in working within education & Schools ourselves, which consists of former teachers, SENCo teaching Assistant with a background & passion for educational psychology. We feel this gives us a unique insight & understanding to help local practitioners find the right positions. It also helps us recognise & appreciate the value of continuity & quality whilst ensuring our services are still accessible solutions to local schools.
We deliver & support local Schools with daily supply, long-term contracts & permanent recruitment solutions with quality & transparency at the forefront of our service.
Since launching Academics Doncaster back in 2019 has gone from strength to strength with the backing of a 5* Google rating and an award winning Branch Manager. We are developing & continuing to nurture strong working relationships with schools in the Doncaster, Barnsley, Rotherham, Sheffield, Worksop, Retford, Mansfield & Chesterfield areas.
Combined we have a recruitment experience of over 21 years and experience of working even longer as a team within education. Doncaster Academics ensuring a system of robust screening, interviewing & talent tracking takes place. This aids Academics Doncaster in delivering pools of professionals who our local partnership schools can trust in.
We are happy to offer our teachers & support staff a variety of contracts in Nursery, Primary, Secondary, Further Education & SEN provisions from daily to contract to permanent roles.
If you are a school or a candidate looking to work with a refreshing & collaborative education recruitment company that cares, then Academics Doncaster urge you to get in touch
Clare Hooton
Doncaster Branch Manager
Clare is Doncaster’s experienced Branch Manager. With a whopping 14 years’ experience under her belt, Clare has developed invaluable and trusted relationships with her clients; offering bespoke recruitment solutions for schools and education pros alike. Clare offers great support and guidance which has been integral to her building such a successful branch and team of consultants over the years.
Having offered a variety of employment opportunities to South Yorkshire folk across Doncaster, Rotherham, Barnsley and Sheffield across the years, Clare is a force to be reckoned, boundlessly efficient, contentious and with a real passion and drive within education recruitment! Having previously completed an English degree which then led her down the teaching route, Clare found a spark for Education and a passion to care and help others particularly in finding the right career path for them.
Clare's not just about filling vacancies; she genuinely cares about the wellbeing of others and providing continuity within the education industry. This has been demonstrated by reviews left from some of Clare’s long-standing candidates:
“Clare is amazing. She is extremely experienced and knowledgeable. She is friendly and approachable and her and her team are always available to speak to. Clare knows her schools and clients incredibly well and matches them both with sensitivity and understanding. She goes above and beyond and since starting with Academics, in October 2021, I have never been without work.” Sharon, Academics Staff Member.
“What a fantastic, caring agency Academics, Doncaster are! You are treated by Clare and the team as a person not just another number in their phone book, they work alongside you, listen to what you want from the agency and work with you every step of the way!” Carla, Academics Staff Member.
Clare offers a professional but caring managing style, which the team at Doncaster all feel helps them grow in confidence and ability.
Evie Burton
Primary Senior Recruitment Consultant
Evie recently joined the Academics Doncaster team in March 2023 after working in education recruitment across Nottinghamshire for the last five years. Evie supports Primary schools and local educators across the Worksop, Retford and South Yorkshire region.
Over the years, Evie has developed a love for education recruitment as she thoroughly enjoys working with people and developing trusted relationships. With a BA (Hons) Degree in Education and Psychology, these skills ensure Evie can guide teaching professionals and support staff to secure the roles which are right for them and their wellbeing.
Evie has a fun-loving and bubbly personality which has truly embedded her within the Doncaster team.
Outside of the office, Evie has a family-centred life where she loves seeing her little nephews grow into wonderful, kind little humans and walking her dog Archie.
Evie is the little ray of sunshine in Team Donny! She never fails to make us cry with laughter at her renditions of Adele and ‘Smelly Cat’ but she is always there as a voice of reason and logic as well as a shoulder to lean on and a highly proficient education recruiter.
Charlotta Lovell
SEN Recruitment Consultant for South Yorkshire
Charlotta joined the Academics Doncaster team in January 2023 after working in education for 22 years, a former Primary Teacher and SENCO passionate about Education and Special Educational Needs.
Charlotta has a love for SEN and is dedicated to helping others within the education sector. Supporting schools and candidates on their journey to success, utilising her SEN knowledge and high quality expertise and experience to fully support her schools and candidates.
Charlotta has a kind and caring personality and is ALWAYS on hand to help others whenever needed.
When not in the office Charlotta enjoys spending time with her family including her lovely black Labrador Ollie who adores lots of cuddles. Charlotta also enjoys baking and sometimes the Doncaster team even get chance to sample some of these baking delights, yummy yum.
Mia Smith
Resourcer
Mia joined the Academics team in September 2025 and has settled in brilliantly, quickly becoming a valued part of the branch. Mia graduated from the University of Leeds last year with a degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology, bringing a fresh perspective and a real passion for people into the world of education recruitment.
As a resourcer, Mia has been thoroughly enjoying learning the ropes of recruitment and thrives on supporting candidates throughout their journey. She has always believed in academia and understands just how vital high-quality teaching is within schools. This belief drives her commitment to finding the right opportunities for teachers and support staff and ensuring they feel supported, confident, and valued from day one.
Known for her bubbly and friendly personality, Mia is someone who brings warmth and positivity into the workplace. She’s hardworking, motivated, and always keen to push herself to develop further.
Outside of work, Mia loves making the most of her free time. You’ll often find her out with her mates at the weekend, enjoying long country walks followed by a pub trip, and spending quality time with family.
