A Day in the Life of SmithCorp’s Crystal Challenge

This summer we brought all our brands and departments together for a teambuilding exercise… the crystal challenge

We arrived at the picturesque setting of Pennard House in Shepton Mallet. This was a great opportunity to meet with other friends from across other offices and get to know new colleagues who joined our group.

 The big surprise? We were about to immerse ourselves in an iconic challenge reminiscent of popular 90s gameshows!

 Split into teams, we tackled a series of unique mental, physical, and problem-solving tasks. From building makeshift bridges over "crocodile-infested ravines" to retrieving silver orbs from a “radioactive field”. Our communication was put to the test with blindfolded challenges and navigating a field together using tandem skis.

 The highlight of the day was the race to the iconic Crystal Dome. Once inside, each team scrambled to catch as many golden tickets as they could, only one team could leave as winners! 

Want to see it for yourself? Dive into our video of the event here. Let us know if you liked it in the section below!

Edgware Associates opens an office in Exeter!

This April, Edgware Associates moved into a bigger, brighter office at the Regus business centre in Exeter. The new space is perfect for the team of five, led by Morgan Vallejo, who are focusing solely on secondary education placements across the UK.

Morgan heads up the team with a wealth of experience in education recruitment, while Sam, Matt, Kieran, and Jamal each bring their own strengths and a real passion for making a difference in secondary education. They're all about building strong relationships with schools and matching the right talent with the right roles. With their energy and drive, they're excited to keep growing and take on whatever comes next in their new office space.

Moving into this new space is just the start of what’s shaping up to be an exciting new chapter for the Exeter team!

The team is always on a lookout for new talent to strengthen the team. If you’re interested in working in Exeter, send your CV through to our internal recruitment specialist, Yas at yasdimick@smithcorp.co.uk.

Catching up with The Wave Project

Did you know that 1 in 5 children in the UK face challenges with their social, emotional, or mental health?

The Wave Project is on a mission to change this! By combining the healing power of ocean therapy with the excitement of surfing, they provide free sessions to children with additional needs and mental health challenges across the UK. The outcomes are truly incredible - children who take part become more confident, calm, resilient, build friendships and most importantly, rediscover joy.

This month our colleague Dan travelled to Cornwall to meet up with them to learn more about what they’ve been up to, what support is needed in 2024 and, of course, to share some donations collected from across the group to help them spread joy and heal! 

They said "We really appreciate your support, and we couldn't fulfil our mission without you. Your sponsorship will support over 2,000 children and young people each year through our award-winning surf therapy. Thank you very much from all the Team ".

No problem at all the Wave Project, we’re proud to be part of your support team!

Check out their incredible work by visiting their website.

IronBridge moves to Stockton on-Tees!

We’re excited to announce that the Ironbridge Partners team has officially moved into their new office at the new space at the Fusion Hive serviced offices in Stockton on Tees.

The team is now fully settled into their new space, and are ready to continue their focus on Further Education placements across the UK, with a special focus on the North. Their motto, “In the North, Servicing the North,” perfectly reflects their commitment to the region.

The Ironbridge team is a tight-knit group, with each person bringing something special to the table. Luke Bulson, the Brand Director, leads the team with years of experience in FE recruitment. Tarren Wager and Joely Wood are equally passionate about making a difference, each adding their own skills and energy to the mix. Together, they’re all about working closely, making the right connections, and helping colleges find the right talent.

Looking ahead, the team is eager to connect with potential partners, hires, and investors as they expand their reach in the FE sector.

For more information, get in touch with us at 0333 0326 333 or at luke@ironbridgepartners.com.

SMITHCORP RAISES £45,832

SMITHCORP RAISES £45,832 TO HELP UK CHARITIES THROUGH THE
CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC.

The Big Night In (TBNI), coincided with what would have been
our annual charity ball, where we raise money for an overseas aid trip.
However, with the ball and the trip unable to go ahead this year, we thought
we’d join in with TBNI.

SmithCorp Charitable Trust decided to donate 25,000 to the
cause and invited the team to donate as much or as little as they liked.

The SmithCorp team have always been supportive of charity initiatives but we were blown away by the team's generosity.

We're so pleased that collectively, we've
been able to contribute to supporting UK charities at this difficult time.

We're Hiring in Jersey

An opportunity for an experienced recruitment consultant has arisen in our Jersey office.

T15 International is an education recruitment specialist. We find and place inspiring teachers across the UK as well as globally. Due to our continued success, we’re seeking an experienced recruitment professional to join our team in Jersey.

For those unfamiliar with the island, Jersey offers a fantastic lifestyle with stunning beaches combined with outdoor activities (surfing, cycling, sailing, equestrian etc) and a vibrant bar and restaurant scene.  The education and medical provision are unrivalled resulting in a great environment to raise a family – equally, the booming business sector offers the prospect to earn with 20% tax whilst enjoying island life. There are daily flights to all major mainland airports; you can be back in the UK in just 30 minutes, should you wish.

With the backing of the highly successful group structure of SmithCorp (the UK’s largest privately-owned group of education recruitment companies), this is a serious prospect for an individual with a proven track record to take ownership of a new venture.

In addition to uncapped earning potential, we’ll be offering the successful applicant –

• Basic salary of £25 – 70k dependent on experience

• Lucrative personal commission structure (uncapped)

• Business profit share

• Generous package to include 25 days holiday, private medical care and mobile phone

• 20% standard tax rate

• Scope to fast track to Director level in just 2-5 years

Offering a vibrant, sociable culture, the right individual will thrive in a fast-paced, lively environment and possess a positive, tenacious attitude alongside the following -

• Proven billing record (any sector considered)

• Ability to bill and team lead/manage in tandem

• Understanding the importance of cultural alignment and leading from the front

• Ambition to fast-track career

• Appreciative of the sacrifices required to achieve success

Interested?

Send a CV with a cover letter outlining your suitability to lydia@t15international.com.