Where educators and schools align
Exceptional educators. Thoughtfully placed.
Trusted by schools. Chosen by educators.
Specialist Education Recruitment
Queensland & Nationwide Placements
Permanent & Contract
Proven High- Retention Outcomes
At Killeen Education Recruitment, we take a considered and highly personalised approach to recruitment, because the right placement is never accidental.
We work in close partnership with both educators and schools, taking the time to understand not only experience and capability, but values, culture, and long-term ambition. This depth of insight allows us to make informed, precise connections that elevate teams and support educators to do their best work.
Our focus is not on volume, but on quality. Every placement is made with intention, designed to strengthen school communities, enhance continuity, and deliver lasting impact. The result is a track record of high-retention outcomes and relationships built on trust, consistency, and performance.
Our Difference
Precision Matching
A tailored, insight-led approach that ensures every placement aligns with both capability and culture.
Relationship Driven
We invest in long-term partnerships, offering a level of understanding and consistency that extends well beyond the initial placement.
Quality Over Quantity
We operate with focus and discipline, prioritising meaningful, enduring outcomes over transactional recruitment.
We connect exceptional teachers with schools that value, support, and retain great talent.
Connect
We don’t just match CVs to vacancies, we take the time to genuinely understand what success looks like for you. For educators, that means exploring your teaching style, career aspirations, preferred school environments, and what you value most in a workplace culture. For schools, it means gaining a clear picture of your students, community, leadership priorities, and the qualities that make someone thrive in your setting.
Through in-depth conversations, targeted questions, and ongoing communication, we build meaningful relationships, not just transactions. This allows us to make thoughtful, informed connections that go beyond skills and experience, ensuring the right fit for both the educator and the school.
Because when we truly understand your goals, we don’t just place people, we help build long-term success stories.
2. Match
Great recruitment isn’t about filling roles quickly, it’s about making the right match. We take the insight gained through our connection process and apply it with precision, carefully aligning educators’ strengths, values, and career goals with the specific needs and culture of each school.
We look beyond qualifications and availability. We consider teaching style, classroom presence, adaptability, and how an educator will contribute to a school’s wider community. For our clients, this means candidates who don’t just meet the brief, but genuinely enhance their team. For educators, it means opportunities where they can thrive, feel supported, and make a meaningful impact.
By combining deep understanding with a targeted, thoughtful approach, we create matches that last, reducing turnover, strengthening school communities, and setting both educators and schools up for long-term success.
3. Place and Support
Our role doesn’t end once a placement is made, it’s where the real partnership begins. We stay actively involved to ensure both the educator and the school are set up for success from day one and beyond.
For educators, we provide ongoing support and regular check-ins as you settle into your new environment, helping you feel confident, connected, and positioned to thrive within your school community. For schools, we remain a reliable and responsive point of contact throughout the placement journey, ensuring a seamless and professional experience.
We take a proactive approach to maintaining strong placements, with a focus on consistency, retention, and long-term success. This commitment builds trust, strengthens relationships, and leads to placements that are not only successful, but sustainable.
Because true success isn’t just placing the right person, it’s making sure they stay, grow, and thrive.
Testimonials
“Charlene gets people and she gets organisations. Charlene took the time to get to know all about us to then provide specialist recruitment recommendations in a narrow sphere of requirements. Not easy to do but stunning results, like Char. She’s just a wonderful person. “ - Human Resources Manager
“Meeting Charlene and working with her was a life changing opportunity for me. It made my migration process from Zimbabwe to Australia easier . She guided me through every step clearly and was patient enough to answer lots of questions that l had. Charlene was able to set interviews for me while l was offshore until l got a job at a Catholic school . Charlene always called to check on how l was doing . I am really happy with my current school and this is all thanks to Charlene. “ - NSW Educator
“Charlene is an exceptional education recruiter who delivered an amazing opportunity for me. She successfully placed me in a small school in rural NSW, after I made the move from Ireland. Charlene has an impressive understanding of the Australian education system, especially the unique needs of regional and remote schools. She guided me through every step of the process, from initial interviews to visa requirements and settling into this new community. Charlene goes above and beyond for the teachers she has placed, a truly amazing person and I would recommend Charlene to any teachers looking to make the move to rural NSW. “ - Regional NSW Educator
Connect with us: Educators
Whether you’re exploring new opportunities or ready for a change, we take the time to understand what matters to you, your teaching style, career goals, and the kind of school where you’ll thrive. From your first conversation with us, you’ll feel supported, informed, and genuinely listened to.
Our service is completely free for educators, and we’re here to support you well beyond simply applying for roles. From resume guidance and interview preparation to helping you confidently navigate the next stage of your career, we provide personalised support throughout the process. For educators relocating or transitioning into new communities, we can also assist with housing guidance, local insights, and connecting you with relevant community support networks where appropriate.
Connect with us today and let’s find the right fit for you, not just your next role.
Connect with us: Client
We know that finding the right educator is about more than filling a vacancy, it’s about strengthening your team and supporting your students. That’s why we take the time to understand your school’s culture, priorities, and what success looks like in your classrooms.
Partner with us for a thoughtful, responsive recruitment approach that delivers educators who are not only qualified, but the right fit for your community, ready to contribute from day one.