Agency costs have ballooned in an academy trust held up by the government as a success story for its supply staff reforms, laying bare the limitations of such money-saving schemes. The Department for Education launched its “maximising value for pupils” scheme in December to help schools optimise spending. It included introducing a new supply teachers and education recruitment framework agreement set up by the government commercial agency (GCA). Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in