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Thought leadership Friday. Did you know that an estimated 20% of the workforce in the UK will be significantly under skilled for their jobs by 2030? At Kingston Barnes, we are huge advocates for tapping into pools of unused talent to defeat the skills shortage that so many UK-based industries are facing. With a focus on utilising apprentices, people with disabilities, ex-military, and ex-offenders and promoting internal up skilling, we believe we can beat the skills shortage. Read all about it in our latest thought leadership article: Tapping into pools of unused talent - The solution to the skills shortage: https://shorturl.at/uDMPT What are your thoughts? ✅ Construction & Property ✅ Engineering & Manufacturing ✅ Logistics & Distribution 📨 Office@kingstonbarnes.com 💻 www.kingstonbarnes.com 📞 0117 325 2233

Adding Value The team took part in some inhouse training yesterday on value added service led by Izabela Kawczynski and it made us challenge what is the benefit of using an external recruiter? As one would expect, as experts in recruitment, we naturally see benefit in using a recruitment partner, however on reflection, whilst obvious to us it might not be so to schools, so we considered the pushbacks we receive from clients in regard to using a recruitment partner. The most common push backs are “so what?” and “what will it cost us?”. At Schools Leadership we place value on the service we provide, spending time to understand your requirement as well as all the stakeholders involved in the process – we do this because we put emphasis on finding candidates their “work home” and employees will often leave organisations as a result of poor cultural fit – by taking time to understand your school and the different personalities within the school and spending time with the candidates we pride ourselves on finding the right fit. Cost also features highly and quite rightly so - we are transparent in our costings, what you see is what you get with no additional hidden costs or surprises when a candidate starts. To not have an expert in place and the position vacant for potentially up to 4-6 months, whether it's admissions, estates or finance can be far more costly. If you would like to know more about how we can add value to your recruitment process, please contact Kirsty Hassan. #schoolsleadership #independentschools #multiacademytrusts #educationalleadership #schools #schoolrecruitment #valueaddedservices

Workforce training is just the beginning. A direct path to employment, culminating in job placement with a sustainable wage, is the key to transforming lives. To learn more or find ways to collaborate..let's connect. https://lnkd.in/gnGdbd5D #WorkforceTraining #EmploymentPathway #ChangingLives #JobPlacement #SustainableWage #CareerDevelopment

The Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub are aiming to develop a common language to support young people into employment across Lancashire... Through the Lancashire Local Skills Improvement Plan, employers fed back to them that they are concerned about the work readiness of young people. In response to that feedback, the Chambers, Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub and Lancashire Careers Hub want to work in partnership with Lancashire employers to improve the work readiness of young people. By defining a common work readiness language, they can support young people in their transition from education to work. This language can be integrated into employer encounters and experiences of the workplace, which will take place through careers provision and skill development within the curriculum, as well as embedding the language into the recruitment and induction of young people into the workplace. To do this, they need feedback from you so that they can focus on the skills that are the most important to Lancashire employers and develop a common language with education and they would appreciate it if you could take the time to complete this short 3 question survey. 👇 https://bit.ly/3O3rd3I

Exploring Insights from the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE): Graduate Development & Recruitment Roundtable. Take a look at trends shaping the future of Australia's workforce ✨ #aage #graduaterecruitment #earlycareers

🚨CIPD Students 🚨 When registering for your CIPD Student Membership, visit the branch network pages and sign up to receive your local branch newsletters. These are packed with useful information and details of upcoming local events. You can sign up to receive newsletters from multiple areas and, as many events are free to attend and online, you can join as many throughout the country as you wish. Follow the link to the branch pages below: 🔗https://lnkd.in/e596t8zQ When attending CIPD events, keep your studies in mind. 📚If you are studying a direct qualification, these events may support your wider learning and inform your writing for your assignments. 📚If you are on an apprenticeship pathway, link your learning back to support your KSBs. Branches do welcome ideas for events so if you have anything you would like to see covered, particularly in #Shropshire, do message me or add it to the comments below. #hr #learninganddevelopment #cipdstudents #apprenticeships #learning #knowledge #skills #behaviours #assignments #events #cpd

Adding Value The team took part in some inhouse training yesterday on value added service led by Izabela Kawczynski and it made us challenge what is the benefit of using an external recruiter? As one would expect, as experts in recruitment, we naturally see benefit in using a recruitment partner, however on reflection, whilst obvious to us it might not be so to schools, so we considered the pushbacks we receive from clients in regard to using a recruitment partner. The most common push backs are “so what?” and “what will it cost us?”. At Schools Leadership we place value on the service we provide, spending time to understand your requirement as well as all the stakeholders involved in the process – we do this because we put emphasis on finding candidates their “work home” and employees will often leave organisations as a result of poor cultural fit – by taking time to understand your school and the different personalities within the school and spending time with the candidates we pride ourselves on finding the right fit. Cost also features highly and quite rightly so - we are transparent in our costings, what you see is what you get with no additional hidden costs or surprises when a candidate starts. To not have an expert in place and the position vacant for potentially up to 4-6 months, whether it's admissions, estates or finance can be far more costly. If you would like to know more about how we can add value to your recruitment process, please contact either Melanie Pye or Kirsty Hassan #schoolsleadership #independentschools #multiacademytrusts #educationalleadership #schools #schoolrecruitment #valueaddedservices

In the UK, 54% of employers expect to move to a recruitment approach that focuses on evaluating candidates based on their skills, rather than education or past work experience alone. In Australia 30%.

What Customer Service Means to us... At QS Recruitment, we don’t just talk about quality service; we live and breathe it. Our team members—seasoned and fresh-faced—gather around this shared value. Quality Service: It’s not a buzzword; it’s our ethos. We don’t settle for mediocrity; we aim for better. Whether it’s matching candidates with dream jobs or ensuring seamless client experiences, we give our all. Integrity and Transparency: Our handshake is firm, our promises unwavering. We operate with transparency, treating every interaction as a chance to build trust. When we say “Quality Service,” we mean it. Continuous Learning: Our minds are like sponges, soaking up knowledge. We upskill, adapt, and stay ahead of the curve. Because in a dynamic world, standing still is not an option. Support Around the Clock: We’re not just a 9-to-5 Team. Need assistance at 2 AM? We’ve got your back. Our hotline is always open, like a 24/7 diner serving solutions. Local Insights, with Regional Impact: QS Recruitment isn’t just about filling roles; it’s about shaping careers. Our local market expertise fuels our Regional impact. From Hinckley to Rotherham, we’re in the business of making things better. Team QS: Together, we’re more than a team; we’re a force. So, colleagues welcome on the QS Journey, let’s keep the torch of Quality Service burning bright. Go Team QS! 

Do you want to learn strategies on keeping that job that you worked hard to get? Join CCRW as we discuss job retention strategies and the importance of upskilling and receiving feedback for retaining employment. 💼 From this webinar learners will leave with 🌟 🧠 Knowing why job retention is important. 🔑 Understanding of key skills and strategies required to retain employment. 📎 Insight into the most sought-after soft skills at work and the importance of upskilling, feedback, and soft skills in a workplace. Follow the link below to register for the webinar! 🌐 https://lnkd.in/gTfCpMx6 #PWD #EmploymentForEveryone #AccessibleCanada