Who pays fees and when?

Academies and trusts do not pay anything - agencies pay a simple 2% platform fee on signed timesheets only. No upfront costs, monthly minimums, or hidden charges. Agencies handle their own fees separately.

Can any agency see our requests?

No, only agencies in your approved network can see and respond. You maintain full control over which partners access your requirements.

What if a timesheet needs correcting?

Timesheets can be amended before final sign-off. Both the worker and the approving manager can request changes, with full audit trails maintained for compliance.

Do you support trials?

Yes, we offer a 30-day trial with full platform access. No setup fees or commitments - you only pay the 2% fee on completed shifts during the trial.

Sector

Academies Rota Software | Fast e-Rostering Across Schools

Connect academies, MATs and agencies in one streamlined platform. No seat fees, no minimums - agencies pay a flat 2% usage fee on approved shift value; academies are never invoiced.

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Free trial available for new agencies.

Challenges in this sector

Multi-site timetables complicate last-minute cover
Email and spreadsheets delay confirmations and planning
Manual timesheets fuel payroll disputes across academics
Limited trust's visibility into cover and e-roastering

How ShiftNest Helps

Publish trust-wide cover needs to linked agencies
First-accept wins across approved worker pools
Digital sign-off with 15-minute rounding
Trust-wide workforce planning dashboards with exports

Everything you need for sector staffing

Comprehensive tools designed specifically for sector operations and critical shift management.

Trust-wide rota system visibility

See live cover status across all academies in your MAT.

Rapid e-roastering and assignment

Notify trusted agencies and confirm in minutes.

Audit-ready timesheets

Signed, rounded records reduce disputes.

Agency-only fees

Flat 2% charged to agencies only.

Academies are never invoiced.

How it works

Simple 4-step process from shift posting to payment

Post shift/role

Create the request with role, rate and timing in under two minutes.

Agency offers

Agencies send offers; first accept wins and assigns the worker.

Work & submit timesheet

Worker logs actuals; manager reviews and signs.

Month-end billing

Agencies receive one monthly invoice aggregating signed timesheets. The sector client is never billed.

Roles we cover

Qualified staff for all academies rota software | fast e-rostering across schools positions

Academy Teacher

Delivers curriculum-based lessons and provides educational support across all subjects.

Subject Specialist

Focuses on specific subjects with deep expertise and curriculum knowledge.

Teaching Assistant

Supports teachers with classroom management and individual student assistance.

SEN Support Worker

Provides specialised support for students with special educational needs.

Cover Supervisor

Manages classes when teachers are absent, ensuring continuity of learning.

Learning Mentor

Provides pastoral support, guidance, and academic mentoring for students.

Behaviour Support Worker

Manages challenging behaviour and implements positive behaviour strategies.

Pastoral Care Officer

Supports student welfare, attendance, and personal development.

Examination Invigilator

Supervises exams and ensures academic integrity across all sites.

Administrative Support

Provides administrative assistance and supports academy operations.

What care homes are saying

Real feedback from care home managers using ShiftNest for emergency staffing

"We confirm cover in minutes, not hours. Morning gaps don’t derail the day anymore."

Laura Bennett

Operations Lead

"First-accept wins and digital timesheets have cut disputes to almost zero."

Daniel Hughes

Scheduling Manager

"Real-time status gives the team confidence and reduces phone chasing."

Sophie Rahman

COO

"Month-end reconciliation is painless. One invoice, clearly itemised."

James Carter

Finance Lead

Simple, transparent pricing

Flat 2% of approved shift value

£0 if cancelled before staff confirmation

No monthly minimums or seat fees

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Ready to streamline your academies rota software | fast e-rostering across schools staffing?

Join facilities across the UK using ShiftNest for reliable emergency staffing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ShiftNest for this sector

Join the network of agencies, facilities, and staff using ShiftNest. Usage-based pricing means you're never locked in — pay only for what you use.

Quick Setup

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Usage-Based Pricing

Pay only for what you use — no long-term contracts

Dedicated Support

Personal onboarding and ongoing assistance

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