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How To Cope with Monday’s Extreme Heat Wave

15 July 2022
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 media outlets declaring it a...
Boris Johnson's Resignation

Leadership Lessons We Can Learn from Boris Johnson’s Resignation

7 July 2022
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 as prime minister until autumn...
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How supply teaching can benefit Early Career Teachers

6 July 2022
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 having support from your chosen...
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How To Get a Job in Higher Education

23 June 2022
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 are plenty of benefits to...
Balfor Four Day Week

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

15 June 2022
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 - virtual meetings and working...
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Changes to Education Sector as Student Finance Reform Hits Students

15 June 2022
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 that the student loan interest...

Wolf Run for Acorns Children’s Hospice

10 June 2022
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 Family travelled to the striking...
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How To Look After Your Wellbeing As a Nurse

10 June 2022
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 working in health and social...
Balfor Recruitment Grammar School

Lifting new Grammar School Ban benefits children in poorer areas

18 May 2022
It is currently illegal to open a new grammar school for children in England - which was enforced in 1998 by Conservative Prime Minister, Tony Blair.   With only 163...
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Schools urged to adopt Post-Covid Recovery Scheme

4 May 2022
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 focused on providing extra support...