Paul Best

Hi, I’m Paul,

I specialise in education recruitment, working alongside SEND and SEMH schools and alternative provisions across Lancashire. I work with SEN Teachers and SEN Teaching Assistants placing them into daily cover, temporary and permanent positions. 

Spencer Clarke Group is a fantastic agency to work for. Not only were we named Best Temporary Recruitment Agency at the 2025 Recruiter Awards, we were also awarded Highly Commended in the Most Effective Compliance Operation. This is testament to our thorough compliance procedures and the dedication of our team to make sure we deliver a seamless recruitment process. 

Before beginning a career in recruitment, I studied Sports Science at University, and qualified as a PE Teacher. For a few years, I taught in excluded children’s schools across the Blackpool area. Doing so definitely opened my eyes as to what it takes to succeed in an education setting.

After this, I took some time out to travel and for 7 years I worked and lived in 5 different countries! 

After spreading my wings and working on superyachts during Covid, I decided I wanted to re-explore a career within education and that’s when I fell into the world of recruitment. 

The buzz of finding a person their dream job is one of my favourite parts about this industry. Knowing I’ve played a part in somebody taking a positive step in their career gives me a lot of job satisfaction and the positive impact this has on a school is also amazing. 

Within my career, I’m always looking to improve my skills and continue to grow within my role. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling (I’ve recently visited my 36th country), going to the gym and watching live sport!