“Kellie

Just to say, we're really impressed with your work around recruitment at the moment! Just wanted you to know and big thanks.

I have previously been a sceptic as I have had some bad experiences with agencies, so this is a big/positive leap forward for me!!!”

— James Eldon, Principal at Manchester Academy

“Thank you, Kellie, for your hard work in helping us through this recruitment process!

You sourced a brilliant, high quality field of candidates to choose from for both roles and our new employees are going to be real assets to our Trust.

A great experience for everyone.”

— Adrienne Laing, Director of Operations at The Challenge Academy Trust re the recruitment of their Head of IT and Head of FM.

“We had advertised for a PT data manager without any success - I saw Kellie’s profile on LinkedIn and decided to reach out.

What a brilliant decision! Within a week , Kellie had obtained all of the necessary information and found me a perfect candidate! The sense of relief is immense! I would definitely go straight to Kellie next time we need someone to work in School administration.

Thank you Kellie 😊 “

— Tracy Basger, Deputy Head at The King David High School

“I asked Kellie to assist with our school recruitment for a senior member of the support team as Kellie had actually recruited me into my current role so I knew how effective she was in sourcing good candidates and how well she knew the school.

Kellie was in constant contact with me the whole time regarding applications for the role and arranging interviews.

She got a huge number of applications and was able to sift out the really quality candidates who fit the role well which saved so much time and energy for us.

I would definitely recommend Kellie to any school that is struggling to recruit for operational roles, as she is able to source quality candidates and do the work sorting applications, arranging interviews and referencing.”

— Sean Bramah, HR Officer at The Heys School

“When our brilliant SBM decided to move on after 11 years I was concerned we’d struggle to fill her post as I know how challenging recruitment can be.

We’re currently going through a huge school expansion project taking us from 2-form to 3-form entry, so we couldn’t afford to get this wrong, lose time or be distracted from other priorities.

Following a recommendation from our HRD, I spoke with Kellie. She explained the market obstacles we’d come across but how her Direct-ACTION process would tackle each one. It was very different to the usual approach to school recruitment, but it made sense.

From there, Kellie took care of everything. All we needed to do was okay the shortlist and interview the candidates. All three candidates we met were a good match for the person specification and one who stood out as ideal for our school.

Kellie’s process meant we found an excellent Operations Manager in only 3 weeks and without any of the usual recruitment stresses.”

— Simon Hanley, Headteacher at Plantation Primary School

“I have turned to Kellie on a number of occasions now to make appointments to my team which shows the confidence we have that she will always find us the right candidate to fill vacant positions. Kellie takes the time to understand exactly what we are looking for so not to waste our time but also the candidates.

I always get the impression when we speak she understands exactly what it is I am talking about and the types of skills we are looking for and I am left feeling that I am working with someone who specialises in IT recruitment directly. It is that confidence that is instilled and attention to detail that sets Appoint-Ed out from other recruitment companies.

Our most recent appointment has been a challenge to fill in the current climate and I know Kellie worked hard to find the right candidates and we are very pleased that once again have appointed a very skilled and knowledgeable person to a new, exciting and challenging role.

Thank you Kellie and look forward to continuing our working relationship going forward.”

— Mark Davies, Greater Manchester IT Service Manager at United Learning

“I've always enjoyed working with Kellie. She makes the process of recruitment stress and hassle free due to her superb organisational skills and excellent communication.

Kellie will make sure that candidates presented form a strong field and are entirely fit for purpose. I've worked with Kellie since her days at Hays and have always found her to be a thoroughly personable and professional person to work with.

What strikes me most is that she takes time to learn about your organisation as she knows every school is unique, this making the recruitment of staff tailored specific to your needs.”

Kellie is also the Queen at finding the best coffee shops in your local area if she ever visits.”

— David Rathbone, Operations Manager at Great Academy Ashton

“We were looking for a new Finance Manager to join our central team and after receiving recommendations for appoint-ed, decided to work with Kellie on this appointment.

From day one Kellie was informative, efficient and organised and the recruitment drive covered a huge array of platforms.

We managed to secure some experienced candidates for interview and successfully appointed very quickly. I cannot recommend Kellie enough – she took away the stress from this recruitment and even managed to make it an enjoyable experience.

We are over the moon with our new Finance Manager – thank you Kellie.”

Sam Finch – (then COO of Endeavour Learning Trust)

“Working with Kellie has always been a positive experience. She is professional, knows the school well and therefore gives bespoke solutions.

She has a great range of experience in education and nothing ever seems too much trouble with often more than one solution to hand.”

— Linda Hall, Assistant Head Teacher at Sale Grammar School

“Very professional and flexible, balanced the candidate with the needs of our school.”

— Julie Campion, Birkenhead High School Academy