- Reference
- E001318
- Status
- Active
- Jurisdiction
- United Kingdom
- Sector
- business professional services
- Published
- Jun 4, 2025
- Adviser
- EXITS.co.uk
What is this listing?
An acquirer is actively seeking a business of this type. If your business fits the criteria, EXITS.co.uk can introduce you confidentially.
Reference: E001318 EXITS.co.uk are actively seeking an Educational Recruitment Services business on behalf of a UK-based Trade Buyer with Private Equity backing. The acquirer is a specialist recruitment firm operating exclusively in the education sector, providing temporary and permanent staffing solutions including teachers, tutors, teaching assistants, behaviour support workers, site managers, and other school support staff.
With strong operational foundations across the UK, the acquirer is well-positioned to support and scale additional recruitment businesses. Industry Focus: They are looking to expand their presence in the education recruitment sector, with a focus on acquiring agencies that provide staffing solutions to schools, academies, and educational institutions across the UK. Businesses offering both temporary and permanent placement services are of interest, especially those with established school partnerships or framework agreements.
Target Market: Their ideal targets are UK-based educational recruitment firms serving early years, primary, secondary, and special educational needs (SEN) settings. Companies with a strong candidate database, dedicated client relationships, and a reputation for quality and compliance are particularly attractive. Both regional and national operators will be considered.
Financial Performance: The acquirer is open to businesses of all sizes, with no minimum turnover or EBITDA requirements. They welcome interest from owners of smaller agencies seeking a growth partner as well as from larger firms considering full or partial exit strategies. Geographic Location: The acquisition strategy is focused entirely on the United Kingdom.
Businesses located in England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland are encouraged to get in touch. The Next Steps: For further information or to discuss the potential opportunities, please contact info@exits.co.uk. All Communication is Strictly Private & Confidential This is a confidential business acquisition requirement managed exclusively by EXITS.co.uk.
EXITS.co.uk on behalf of a qualified buyer or investor. If you own or represent a business that fits this acquisition profile, we invite you to get in touch. At EXITS.co.uk, we handle full and partial business sales, provide business valuations, assist with exit planning, and help you find suitable acquisition opportunities.
Our confidential M&A matchmaking service ensures your privacy and security throughout the process. Please note that charges may apply for formal engagements resulting in successful deals. Full terms of business are available upon request.
Contact EXITS.co.uk to discuss the options open to you. First conversations are confidential and carry no obligation. The EXITS.co.uk.
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