Who pays fees and when?

Schools 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

Teacher assisting students in a classroom

Fill school cover in minutes

School Cover & Rota Software. Connect schools, trusts and agencies in one streamlined platform. No seat fees, no minimums — agencies pay a flat 2% usage fee on approved shift value; schools are never invoiced.

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Free trial available for new agencies.

Challenges in this sector

Last-minute teacher or TA sickness disrupts lessons and timetables
Slow multi-agency coordination delays cover
Manual timesheets create reconciliation and billing disputes
Limited visibility of confirmed roles and uncovered classes

How ShiftNest Helps

Instant cover requests to all linked agencies
Offers with first-accept wins to speed assignment
Signed, rounded digital timesheets for clear billing
Real-time workforce dashboards show live requests, offers, and sign-off

Everything you need for sector staffing

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

MAT and school-friendly

Post once and notify approved agencies; control visibility by site and role.

Rapid worker assignment via offers

First acceptance confirms the teacher/TA and closes the race.

Audit-ready timesheets

Digital sign-off with 15-minute rounding for clear billing.

Simple month-end agency billing

Flat 2% fee on approved shift value, charged to agencies only. £0 if cancelled before worker confirmation.

Schools 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 fill school cover in minutes positions

Primary Teacher

Delivers curriculum-based lessons across all subjects for primary school students.

Secondary Teacher

Specialises in specific subjects for secondary school students.

Teaching Assistant

Supports teachers with classroom management and individual student assistance.

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher

Provides specialised support for students with learning difficulties.

Cover Supervisor

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

Learning Support Assistant

Works one-to-one or in small groups with students requiring additional help.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Takes on teaching responsibilities and leads small group sessions.

Behaviour Support Worker

Manages challenging behaviour and supports positive classroom environments.

Subject Specialist

Focuses on specific subjects like Maths, English, Science, or Languages.

Supply Teacher

Provides flexible cover for short-term and long-term teacher absences.

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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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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