Staff Absence Insurance for Multi-Academy Trusts
Protecting Every School, Every Member of Your M.A.T
At Schools UK, we provide tailored staff absence insurance (Multi Academy Trust (MATs)), Federations and Clusters, designed to offer flexibility, control, and holistic wellbeing support across your organisation.
We understand that centralised structures need centralised systems. That’s why we offer a fully AXA-underwritten insurance policy combined with our live, real-time claims platform – giving total visibility and control across for either school level or trust level management – whichever suits your preference.
- Financial Conduct Authority Regulated
- Financial Services Compensation Scheme Protected.
Fully protected insurance-backed staff absence protection means 100% of all valid claims are guaranteed to be paid – no questions asked.
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Governors and close family members get access to our premium wellbeing – alongside every other member of the M.A.T
DfE CPC
FCA
FSCS
ISBL
SNE
Constellia
Staff Absence Insurance Built for Multi-Academy Trusts
Why MATs Choose Schools UK
Flexible Claim Management
Set permissions your way:
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Centralised control via Trust HQ
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School-by-school autonomy
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Or a hybrid of both
Unified Wellbeing Support
Wellbeing isn’t just a benefit—it’s embedded in everything we do. Our programme includes mental health support, wellbeing days, educational resources, and proactive care—for everyone, not just insured roles.
Trust-Wide or School-Level Claims Control
We’re FCA-regulated, FSCS-protected, and have supported UK schools and M.A.Ts for over 29 years, with 5,000+ staff absence insurance policies written. Our MAT-focused insurance is already trusted by ISBL partners and hundreds of Trusts.
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Staff Absence Insurance for MATs: FAQs
Who underwrites your staff absence insurance policy?
Our policy is underwritten by AXA, a leading global insurer with a strong reputation for claims support and financial stability.
How does the claims process work?
We offer a live claims system with real-time notifications, so Trusts, Federations, and Clusters can track each claim as it progresses—ensuring speed, transparency, and no paperwork.
Is your system paperless?
Yes. Our fully paperless platform streamlines the entire claims journey from submission to resolution.
Can the central team manage all schools, or can schools manage their own claims?
Our system is built to support both centralised claim management at Trust, Federation or Cluster level, and school-level autonomy—whichever structure fits your setup best.
What documents are needed to submit a claim?
We request:
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Self-certification
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Medical certification
Is wellbeing support available for all staff within the Trust, Federation, or Cluster?
Yes. Our wellbeing programme covers all employees, including teaching staff, support teams, leadership, and governors.
Do you provide wellbeing events or activities?
We do. We can deliver Wellbeing Days across your Trust, Cluster, or Federation—boosting staff engagement, morale, and retention.
Do you offer Occupational Health services?
Yes. Occupational Health referrals are included, helping staff recover and return to work with the right support in place.
Where is Schools UK based?
Schools UK is based in 1A Moor Road, LS6 4BG, Headingley, West Yorkshire, and we support schools and trusts across the entire UK.
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We have been a client with Schools UK for 5 years now, growing from a trust of 2 schools up to 14. Schools UK’s staff absence insurance for schools policy helps to support our employee’s through their wellbeing package, whilst also helping to protect our financial budget where a staff absence occurs. Their personal level of service is fantastic, with friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff.
Stephanie Bass
Bridge Schools Multi Academy Trust.
