The purpose of this Framework Agreement is to provide a new, open and transparent approach to engaging Supply Teachers, Education Support Staff and other temporary staffing including Headteacher, Senior Leadership, admin and clerical staff, IT staff, Finance staff, estates and maintenance, cleaners and Fixed term role (on school payroll), requirements within schools, colleges and other educational establishments, including academies, trusts, nurseries, pupil referral units, children centres and further education
institutions across the UK, in an effort to provide consistent standards whilst providing value for money.

The initial duration of the Framework Agreement is two (2) years. The Authority may extend the duration of the Framework Agreement for any period or periods up to a maximum of two (2) years in total from the expiry of the initial duration of the Framework Agreement.