Education Support Services for Schools, Academies & MATs | EPM

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A service that evolves with you

We’re here to make life easier for schools and trusts - with the perfect balance of intuitive software, expert advice, and hands-on support from people who truly understand education.

Whether you're solving day-to-day challenges or planning long-term change, our specialists will be by your side with care, clarity and practical insight to help you move forward with confidence today and tomorrow.

From small village schools to national multi-academy trusts, leaders choose us for trusted guidance and support that genuinely makes a difference. Our flexible approach means you can tailor the services you need - whether that’s pay-as-you-go or a full annual package. We're on-hand to provide support, right when you need it.

"As an organisation, we have found EPM's support to be consistently professional and responsive. The advice provided has helped us navigate a range of complex HR matters, ensuring that we remain compliant while taking a fair and considered approach. Having access to knowledgeable advisers who understand the education sector has been invaluable."
Amy Spittle, Director of Governance and Communication, Horizons Education Trust, HR

"With EPM's support, we are confident that we are consistent across the Trust and providing the same support across each school every month, for example, in rolling out pay scales. This saves us time in the long run as our Central Team can get involved less and save us money. Having been with EPM for a number of years, across two Trusts, EPM is definitely the best it's ever been...the service and support from EPM now is unbelievable, great value for money, and cost-effective."
Nuala Cashell, CSEL, Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust, HR and Payroll & Pensions

"What I really like at EPM is the fact we get to see the draft payslips prior to the pay run. This was something we didn’t have with the providers I worked with in previous schools, and being able to see this in front of you makes it so much easier. The system is really easy to navigate as well. EPM understands our way of working, and we’ve had great support from an Account Management perspective."
Vimala Hillier, Head of Finance & HR, Westminister Academy, Payroll & Pensions

"The EPM DBS/Safer Recruitment team are outstanding. The team have gone above and beyond in helping us!"
Debbie Hayden, Safer Recruitment Officer, Harris Federation MAT, Safer Recruitment

"Our decision to move to EPM was great, from the negotiation of the package, being updated with onboarding, and finally our first payroll month. Everyone we spoke to during the processes was helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, and most of all, patient! The process went very smoothly with very few anomalies. The portal is a joy, easy to use and navigate."
Lisa Jones, School Business Manager, Shaw Primary Academy, Payroll & Pensions

"The EPM HR Advisory team feels like an extension of our own Trust HR function. Their professionalism, employment law and Trust policy knowledge, responsiveness and collaborative approach makes a real difference to our Trust. No challenge ever feels too big, and it is reassuring to know that we have expert support to call on when matters become particularly complex."
Claire Thompson, Chief Operating and Finance Officer, Heathland Whitefriars Federation, HR Advisory