Why Niche Job Boards Thrive in the Age of AI: Reclaiming Human-Centred Hiring in Education. As the recruitment landscape shifts rapidly under the influence of artificial intelligence and job board aggregators, direct employers in the education sector are being encouraged to throw budgets at generic platforms with promises of high volume and algorithmic precision. But as many schools, MATs, and education recruitment agencies are discovering, these approaches often generate noise rather than results.

As the academic year ends, many schools, education recruiters, and multi-academy trusts are reviewing their contracts. It’s often seen as a routine task: check usage, renew the agreement, move on. But in a market where candidate shortages persist and budgets are under pressure, renewing without reflection could be a missed opportunity.

If you're considering a career in education, understanding whether to pursue mainstream teaching or SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) teaching is a vital step. Both paths offer unique rewards and challenges, and the crossover is ever emerging, but the fact remains that the requirement for both mainstream teachers and SEND specialist teachers is increasing. At Senploy, we support education professionals in their careers across both mainstream and SEND settings. Here’s a detailed comparison to help guide your decision of which path is right for you.