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Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Framework

Lot 1 Approved Supplier

Your Local GCA Framework Recruitment Partner

Vida Education is proud to be an approved Lot 1 supplier on the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Supply Teachers and Educational Services Framework (RM6376)

From September 2026, academy trusts are required to procure agency supply staff through the GCA Framework (or another compliant procurement route where applicable). As a trusted education recruitment specialist based in Lancashire, we combine the reassurance of Government-approved procurement with the responsive, personal service of a local recruitment agency

For over a decade, we’ve supported primary, secondary and SEND schools across Lancashire and Cumbria with high-quality education professionals. Our appointment as a Lot 1 supplier allows schools and academy trusts to continue working with a trusted local partner through a fully compliant procurement route.

Why Choose Vida Education?

Access to Quality Staff

We provide schools with access to experienced education professionals, including qualified teachers, Early Career Teachers (ECTs), teaching assistants, SEND support staff, cover supervisors, behaviour support staff, administration staff, site staff and senior leaders.

Our consultants take the time to understand your school's needs, ensuring every candidate has the skills, experience and suitability to make a positive impact.

Compliance

As a GCA Framework supplier, Vida Education meets rigorous quality and safeguarding standards. Every candidate undergoes comprehensive pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), including Enhanced DBS, Right to Work, identity, qualification and reference checks, giving schools confidence in every appointment.

Value for Money

The GCA Framework provides a compliant and cost-effective route to recruiting education staff through transparent pricing and a simplified procurement process. Combined with Vida Education's responsive local service, schools benefit from excellent value without compromising on quality or compliance.

Supporting Schools & Academy Trusts

Whether you need emergency supply cover, long-term staffing or permanent recruitment, our experienced consultants are here to help.

We can support with:

  • Qualified Teachers & ECTs
  • Teaching Assistants & SEND Staff
  • Cover Supervisors
  • Behaviour Support Staff
  • Administration & Clerical Staff
  • Site & Facilities Staff
  • Permanent Recruitment

Although the September 2026 mandate applies to academy trusts, maintained schools can also choose to procure staffing through the GCA Framework and benefit from the same compliant recruitment service.

Speak to Our Team

If you’d like to discuss your staffing requirements or find out more about using the GCA Framework, we’d be delighted to help.

As a local Lot 1 approved supplier, Vida Education offers the reassurance of a Government-approved framework with the personal service, local knowledge and responsiveness that schools across Lancashire and Cumbria have trusted for years.

Phone

01253 966170

Email

mail@vidaeducation.co.uk