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How To Cope with Monday’s Extreme Heat Wave

This upcoming Monday, an extreme heat wave is expected to blast the UK, with temperatures soaring to 36 degrees. Many are beginning to fret with…

NewsUpdates

Leadership Lessons We Can Learn from Boris Johnson’s Resignation

This morning, the news announced Boris Johnson's resignation after 50 members of his government resigned. How Boris Johnson's Resignation Happened Boris Johnson plans to serve…

EducationUpdates

How supply teaching can benefit Early Career Teachers

There are many ways short-term supply teaching can benefit an Early Career Teacher (ECT) career journey. Temporary supply teaching allows you to gain experience whilst…

EducationUpdates

How To Get a Job in Higher Education

So, you're looking for a new job in higher education? You're in the right place! Many job seekers are turning towards Higher Education, as there…

NewsRecruitmentUpdates

Is a four-day working week a reality for the UK sectors in the future?

The 2019 pandemic has irreversibly changed numerous UK job sectors,  forcing companies to change their hiring strategy. The practice of remote working was heavily enforced…

EducationUpdates

Changes to Education Sector as Student Finance Reform Hits Students

Balfor Recruitment Group explores the impact the Student Finance reforms will have on the UK Education sector.  The 2019 Augar Review of post-16 education states…

NewsUpdates

Wolf Run for Acorns Children’s Hospice

Last Sunday, the Balfor Team joined together to compete in the Summer Wolf Run to fundraise for Acorns Children's Hospice.  Seven members of our Balfor…

HealthcareNews

How To Look After Your Wellbeing As a Nurse

With many in the healthcare sector leaving after Covid-19 hit, looking after your well-being as a nurse has become even more important. 72% of nurses…

EducationUpdates

Lifting new Grammar School Ban benefits children in poorer areas

It is currently illegal to open a new grammar school for children in England - which was enforced in 1998 by Conservative Prime Minister, Tony…

EducationUpdates

Schools urged to adopt Post-Covid Recovery Scheme

Post Covid-19, the government shortly introduced a recovery scheme for schools across the UK. What is the post-covid recovery scheme for schools? This scheme is…

NewsRecruitment

Why Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace is Important

Companies are beginning to change their views on neurodivergence. Neurodiversity is best described as the 'range of differences in individual brain function and behavioural traits'.…

EducationRecruitmentUpdates

Balfor Education: Promoting from Within

Balfor Education is promoting from within! Two members from the Balfor team have been promoted this month, congratulations to Rebecca and Hayley!    Rebecca and…

EducationUpdates

How To Become a SEN Teaching Assistant

Thinking of becoming a SEN Teaching Assistant and unsure where to start? This article is the right place for you! The National Careers Service defines…

HealthcareUpdates

How To Build a Professional Nurse CV

Here's how to efficiently build a professional nurse CV: Your one-stop shop for tips and guidance Are you a nurse and are you unsure how…

HealthcareUpdates

Recruitment Surge in our Healthcare System

The hospital and healthcare system is experiencing an increase in vacancies this year, seeing an impressive rate of employment growth. This March the healthcare industry…

RecruitmentUpdates

Approaching A Career Change Post Covid-19

Career Changes: Post Covid-19 Are you looking for a job in another industry, but think it’s something you can’t do? There are plenty of careers…

EducationUpdates

What are the 4 broad areas of need in SEND?

The four broad areas of need in SEND in education: It’s extremely important to support all students in the education sector, including those with special…

EducationUpdates

Social Media Do’s and Dont’s for Teachers

Social Media Guidelines for Teachers Social media is one of the best resources for teachers. If you're looking for some advice on how to navigate…

HealthcareUpdates

Reasons To Go Into Healthcare

Reasons To Go Into Healthcare Healthcare is one of the most rewarding careers As a healthcare worker, you get to make a difference to people’s…

EducationUpdates

5 Tips for Working in a Nursery

5 Tips for Working in a Nursery Those who work in Early Years and nursery settings often describe their jobs as hugely rewarding, despite the…