Are you looking to leave a testimonial about your experience with an agency? There is no right or wrong when it comes to writing testimonials, as they are all personal to your experience. However, if you’ve not done it before and not really sure how to word your experience, or what to say, here’s some…
Helping skilled workers find your next role! Have you heard of our new department Essential Professional? Grace, Dana and Charlie are a dedicated team of recruiters who help to place skilled workers in their next permanent role. 5/5 “After being on furlough for 6 months I found myself being made redundant and I instantly…
Congratulations to our July Temp of the Month winner Edward! Massive congraulations Edward! With such a lovely nomination statement we can see how you’ve managed to beat the competition with 162 votes! It’s great to see so many of your family & friends getting behind your nomination. Well done Edward, it is thoroughly deserved! Name:…
We are now hiring in Somerset! We have been working in partnership with Griffith Foods for around 7 years at their site in Derbyshire, and we are really excited to announce that we are now helping to support local job seekers into their roles in Wincanton, Somerset! Griffith’s mission is to unite together to nourish…
In need of some extra peace of mind? Working with a labour provider can give you extra peace of mind when it comes to your recruitment. We really care about the service we provide to our clients. We want you to feel confident that you can trust we are doing everything possible to meet your requirements…
As technology and industries evolve, there are certain jobs that may become less relevant or be replaced by automation as the world continually changes. Here are 8 jobs that could be potentially impacted in the future: 1. Travel Agent: Self-service travel arrangements and online booking platforms are becoming a more popular way to book a…
Congratulations to our June Temp of the Month winner Andrea! Congratulations Andrea! She beat the competition with a whopping 136 votes. Keep up the great work Andrea, thank you for being a great representation of Essential! Name: Andrea Branch: Worksop Nomination Statement: “Andrea has been nominated for temp of the month as she is…
Happy 10 years with Essential Paula! For anyone who knows Paula, you’ll know what a bubbly, funny character she is, so here’s some fun questions to get to know Paula even better… 1 – You’re offered the position of mayor of your city, what’s the first 3 rules / introductions that you will implement?…
On average, employers spend about 5 to 7 seconds initially scanning a CV This brief glance allows them to quickly assess whether the CV merits further attention. A well-crafted CV is crucial in making a positive impression on potential employers. However, sometimes less is more. By removing certain elements from your CV, you can create…
Nathan has been with the team for 2 years! So, what better way to get to know him more with some fun questions… 1 – If you were tasked with managing your own rugby team, what would your team name and mascot be? Nathan’s Nomads. Mascot would have to be a traditional hippy –…
Looking for an agency that provides support and solutions to your problems? Look no further! We can sit down and delve deep into the root causes of the problems you’re experiencing, to find areas where extra services or support may need to be put in to place to ensure the problems are overcome. …
We are celebrating 10 years with Emma at Essential!! So, what better way to get to know her more with some fun questions… 1 – Pick a fictional character or real person that you would love to have a 7 day camping retreat with – No phones, internet or access to the outside world…
Happy 4 year anniversary Beth! Get to know Beth a little bit more with these 4 questions… 1 – You’re offered the position of mayor of your city, what’s the first 3 rules / introductions that you will implement? WOMEN DO NOT HAVE TO WORK AND CAN STILL GET A SALARY TO BE A…
It’s Grace’s 9 year anniversary! Here’s 4 weird and wonderful questions for you to get to know her better… 1 – If you could start any kind of society dedicated to any topic or subject, what would you like to start? Cheese. Why? Because it’s delicious. It would be a dedication to rare cheeses….
We heard that 13 year old Dakota was going to be taking part in a skipping challenge to raise money for Cancer Research, after our client John at HSC contacted our Ripley office, and we just couldn’t turn down the opportunity to support her in achieving her goal! We’ve donated £100 to her fundraiser….
It’s Louise’s 9 year anniversary and we thought it would be a great idea to get to to know her better, so we asked her some weird and wacky questions… 1 – If you were the manager of a football club, who would you choose as your two assistant managers? Being a Newcastle Fan,…
Congratulations to our May Temp of the Month winner Jack! Jack won with an unbelievable 271 votes! There was an amazing amount of support for Jack and our other nominees this month! Massive well done Jack, you should be really proud of yourself. Name: Jack Branch: Barnsley Nomination Statement: “Jack has worked for our…
It’s Tom’s 2 year anniversary and we thought it would be a great idea to get to to know him better, so we asked him some weird and wacky questions… 1 – If you had to breed two animals to make a new national defence, which two animals would you choose? A tough choice,…
Are you struggling to find the right candidates for your industrial and commercial roles in Mansfield? We’re helping other businesses find the right staff – we can do that for you too! Our team are here to help… With over 160 years experience in the industry (and that’s just our management team!),…
Our Barnsley team are working with their client to donate to Andy’s Man Club. Pictured above L-R: Summer Caunt, Senior Recruitment Consultant / Megan South, HR/ Amy Heppleston, Recruitment Consultant The charity tell the story of their humble beginnings on their website: “In mid-2016, nine men met in a small room in the…
Partner with Essential Recruitment for more successful recruitment campaigns How does working with a recruitment agency differ to direct recruitment? How can Essential Recruitment aid your commitment to continuous improvement? Let’s explore the ways in which we commit to that ourselves, how it benefits you, and how we can work together to keep the momentum…
At least 1 in 6 workers experience anxiety at work (www.mind.org.uk) We can often become anxious in certain situations, especially ones that can make us feel out of our comfort zone. This could include performing tasks like: Going into a meeting Making a sales call Delivering a presentation Attending a performance review Meeting deadlines Here…
Are you struggling to find the right candidates for your industrial and commercial roles in Rotherham? We’re helping other businesses find the right staff – we can do that for you too! With over 160 years experience in the industry (and that’s just our management team!), we have built a reputation for providing top-quality…
Congratulations to our April Temp of the Month winner Keyra! Keyra has won with an amazing 97 votes!! Keyra received lots of support from her family and friends and with such a fab nomination statement we can see why. Well done Keyra! Name: Keyra Branch: Worksop Nomination Statement: “Keyra started with DUKE in February,…
Losing your job can be an incredibly stressful and overwhelming experience, and it can leave you feeling lost and uncertain about the future. However, working with a recruitment agency can be an effective way to navigate this challenging period and help you get back on your feet. In this blog post, we will explore some…
We’re donating to Tibshelf Warm Space in conjunction with our friends at Hydro in Tibshelf. The centre offers free tea, coffee and biscuits, craft activities, card games and bingo. There is no need to book, and it is open to everyone. The space is part of the Warm Spaces programme, which says “With a…
Temp to perm contracts can offer great benefits to you and your candidates! Temp to perm contracts are the most popular type of contract that we support our clients with, continually growing in popularity with over 1,300 of our candidates gaining permanent contracts between Jan 2021 to Dec 2022. What is a temp to perm…
Summer Caunt – Day in the life blog On a crisp Barnsley morn at 5:00am, there be a stir from the Caunt household. There be our Senior Recruitment Consultant Summer, rising up after hearing the alarm, giving lclarification that she needs to go to work soon! But first, “Woof woof! Oi, I need…
Congratulations to our March Temp of the Month winner Tanya! It got quite head to head this month but Tanya took the lead with an amazing 87 votes – well done Tanya!! Name: Tanya Branch: Mansfield Nomination Statement: “Flowerline have nominated Tanya due to her bubbly nature, cheering everyone up on the lines and…
Upon the moors of Nottinghamshire, the sun rises and birds sing to wake up our Training & Development Director, Lisa Smith. Lisa is usually up 6:30am, IF she is washing her hair. If not, 7am is the time preferably. It’s the bleedin drying that takes the whiz she says! Once up – Coffee and…
Have you ever been in a position where you’ve got multiple job offers, but you’re not sure how to choose which one will be the best fit for you? Here are some factors to consider if you ever find yourself in this situation… Think about what is important to you, what are your priorities when…
The most common cause of stress is work-related stress with 79% saying they frequently felt it Source: Statistica, 2020 What is stress? Stress happens because our body is reacting to feeling threatened or under pressure. Too much stress has a very negative impact on us, affecting our mood in a number of negative ways. It…
56% of UK adults have “pulled a sickie” at least once in the past year just to enjoy a day off work (Business Leader, Feb 7th 2023) Bad hangover from the night before? Woke up and decided you’re not in the mood to work today? Your favourite footie team is playing and you don’t want…
Not looking to partner with an agency as you have your own internal recruiting department? There are still many ways you could benefit by having extra support from an agency, who is providing extra support to your internal recruiters. Here’s are some points to consider… We can save your internal recruiters so much time! We…
Normally, people tend to get up with a good amount of time to get ready and set for work right? Not our Recruitment Resourcer, Alex Offless. Never mind being ready to start at 8am, he’s getting up at 7:30am! In a quick 10 minute timeframe, he’s brushed his teeth, little bit of hairspray on the…
Are you a parent struggling to get back into work due to childcare costs? In the recent budget announcement, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced he wants to help a million more women back into work through extending free childcare and breakfast clubs. The chancellor’s ‘back to work’ budget has been put in place to tackle…
What do you really know about recruitment agencies? There tends to be a ‘bad name’ around agencies, but this can often be down to a misunderstanding of what an agency is and what an agency does. Here is the real truth about recruitment agencies… 1. We are not funded by the government Agencies receive zero…
It’s 6am, and the sweet Worksop breeze blows by the windows of our Senior Branch Manager’s house, belonging to a certain Samantha Erdem! She will have her alarm set for 6am, but is normally woken up by her son Taylan at 5:45am shouting ‘MUMMYYYY!!’. They always leave at 6:30am on the dot to go drop…
When working with a labour provider, have you experienced little to no support after they have supplied you with staff? Has it affected your relationship with agencies? Are you looking to form a new partnership with an agency who genuinely cares about your relationship? Have a read below, we may be the answer you’re…
*BEEP BEEP BEEP* It’s 5:30am on a crisp Barnsley morn, and it’s time for our Branch Manager, Amy Vickers to get up! A quick bit of peace and quiet before the riot of children… so it’s time to pop on the kettle of course. A big part of the morning for Amy is to prep…
No experience? No problem! Cover letters can be quite daunting to write anyway, and if you’ve not worked a job before, are you wondering ‘what do I write about?!’. Not to worry, there are still many things to include in your cover letter if you have no work experience… Talk about what you do want…
We can help to solve your current recruitment problems too! If you’re experiencing issues with your current supplier, it may be worth looking into other options. There are around 40,000 agencies in the UK, which all provide different levels of service, different types of service and build different levels of relationships. All business partnerships are…
Congratulations to our February Temp of the Month winner Norman from Chesterfield! Norman won a whopping 91 likes!Well done Norman, thank you for all of your hard work. Name: Norman Branch: Chesterfield Nomination Statement: “Norman has worked for us for just over 3 months, he has a great work ethic, he has fit in…
If you’re looking for the best places to visit in Doncaster, we’ve got you covered! This is one of the vibrant locations we recruit in, and we know it pretty well. Here are our top recommendations – plus one unmissable attraction! Yorkshire Wildlife Park What is it? With over 400 animals, Yorkshire Wildlife Park is…
Start your career within Aerospace! We work with two reputable companies in Denby, who both supply to the Aerospace industry. The roles at both companies are very similar, however one works with ceramics and one with wax. Listen to an audio book or music while you work! Both companies don’t require any previous experience in…
New production opportunities available with Essential Recruitment in Burton! We are really excited to be working in partnership with Holland & Barrett, one of the world’s leading health and wellness retailers. Over 30 positions available! We’re helping to recruit a pool of new talent to join their production department at their site in DE14 2WP. …
The simple answer is no! A recruitment agency is a completely free service to job seekers and it is illegal to charge for this service. So, why should you take advantage of this free service? Be the first to know about new vacancies in your area Did you know not all of our roles make…
Do you ever find yourself in situations where you need staff quick, but it is taking too long to get new hires through the door? If so, this is where we believe you’ll benefit from working with an agency, saving on the time it takes to recruit directly and helping to cut back on your…
National minimum wage was introduced by the Labour Party in the 1990’s to protect low-paid workers. This ensured that all workers were receiving a pay that reflected the cost of the living and nothing less…however in this day and age minimum wage jobs are generally quite looked down upon. This could be due to the…
Another donation to Ashgate Hospice this month – this time coming from a nomination from our friends over at Brett Martin Ltd, Kim Britton-Williams and Erin Melling! Ashgate hospice ‘provide, educate and campaign for palliative and end-of-life care and bereavement support.’ Thanks to Kim and Erin, Ashgate benefit from a donation which they say will…
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