Wirral

I have had a fantastic time working for New Directions over the past 5 years and feel that my every need has been met. New Directions is a fantastic agency to work for and I am so glad that I could be part of your team. I will definitely be recommending yourselves to any individuals looking to work in the education sector.

A Branch- Wirral primary teacher

Testimonial from Wirral Primary Teacher

I heard about New Directions during my training year (2014/2015). I hadn’t managed to successfully secure a full time post for September, and wanted to ensure that I had regular work whilst job hunting, so I started researching/asking colleagues at my placement schools about supply agencies they would recommend. New Directions was suggested consistently with very high recommendations.

It was extremely easy to register. I simply sent an email to my local New Directions office expressing my interest in joining New Directions Education, stating my experience and circumstances and attaching a CV. They contacted me the same day to discuss my application and confirm an interview date ready for a September start. I met my Account Manager who interviewed me, she was very helpful and friendly, guiding me through the process to ensure swift induction ready for a September start.

I have had a fantastic experience working with New Directions so far and would definitely recommend them to others! The opportunity to try new positions that I otherwise would not have had experience of has been the highlight for me so far. I have had regular work and been placed in roles that both match and stretch my ability allowing me to progress and extend my experience as an NQT. When a post is offered, I am given all the relevant facts allowing me to make an informed decision as to whether to take the position. My confidence in meeting new challenges i.e. new schools, new children, and new strategies for learning (the list goes on) has grown significantly thanks to my Account Manager – Jen (Wirral Office)! I can’t thank her enough!

My Account Manager has been brilliant to work with and is a pleasure to speak to on the phone. She is always so understanding and does her utmost to ensure that I am always in suitable work that allows me to grow into the role of a KS1 and 2 teacher, and always has my best interests at heart! More recently she has secured me a fixed term position at one of the schools she placed me at. My initial supply days there were secured based upon my skill set and experience and the school recognised my ability to fulfil their need for a fixed term position. She negotiated on my behalf to ensure the placement would allow me to grow as a teacher as well as fulfil the requirements of the role. Without having had the chance to experience this school via her and New Directions relationship as suppliers, this fantastic opportunity would not have been open to me.

The three words I would use to sum up New Directions would be welcoming, supportive and professional.

Testimonial from Katherine, A Newly Qualified Teacher from Wirral

Having heard from friends that NDE was a great organisation to launch oneself into the job market, I proceeded to register myself with the Wirral Office.
I was met with friendliness,professionalism and efficiency!
Since my initial experience of registering with the company I have continued to be impressed by their service, kindness and approachable manner as well as the way in which they have matched my skills with the many placements I have enjoyed.
I would particularly like to recommend Account Manager, my point of contact in that office for her noteworthy attention to detail, consistent follow up and kindness.She has been a great encouragement to me as I have transitioned into a new region and job market.

For me my Account Manager reflects your company well in these three words…..Professional, Efficient, Accommodating

Testimonial from Susan, Wirral teaching assistant

New Directions was recommended by a colleague. The registration process was well organised and great care was taken to identify the type of roles I was seeking. The Wirral office is by far the most professional and friendly team I have encountered – head and shoulders above other agencies. My account manager is always very supportive and I have been offered a range of good roles, all within reasonable distance of my home. Other advantages to being with New Directions are the online availability calendar, the efficient payment system, and the provision of excellent free training courses. I really can’t recommend them highly enough.

MB, Secondary Teacher

How did you hear about New Directions?

I relocated and searched 2 agencies to sign up with. New Directions were rated highly and turned out to be more efficient and organised.

Was it easy to register?

Easy and friendly process. I was quickly set up on their system and ready to work.

How have you found your experience with New Directions? How did we help you find work?

I have never had a day without work since working for New Directions. Most of the time I have known where I am working, for the rest of the week saving the stress and uncertainty of not knowing where you are going to be working on a day to day basis. New directions staff listen carefully to your preferences in terms of distance you would like to travel, schools you would like to teach in and subject strengths making the experience a lot more enjoyable. I have had two long term positions through New Directions which I have both really enjoyed and am grateful for New Directions putting me forwards for.

The results achieved

In all the time I have worked with New Directions, there has not been a day I have not had work.

Why were we the best choice for helping you find work?

More organised than other agencies, well known and respected by my local schools.

Is there anything outstanding your account manager did?

Put me forward for a job interview I would never have applied for (SEN) but which I thoroughly enjoyed. The account manager also keeps in contact to make sure you are enjoying where you work. Even when you have work, they keep you in mind for future jobs and have a vested interest in your career.

• Sum up New Directions in 3 words…
Efficient, Caring, Helpful….. “Simply the best” 🙂

Lauren, Secondary Teacher

I found out about New Directions through a recommendation who directed me to my Account Manager. It was very easy to register with the company as I registered online. I was called into the office and I felt very comfortable with the company straight away. My Account Manager has been so helpful through every step of the process, from my initial meeting to finding me constant work and supporting me throughout with emails and phone calls.

New Directions has been such a fantastic agency and has helped me to build my confidence with teaching. Prior to applying to work with New Directions I informed my Account Manager that I had little confidence in my teaching abilities and struggled to even apply for teaching positions. With her guidance and updates and supporting in helping me find work I have developed my confidence in my teaching practice and my personal life as well. When I first joined the agency I was sceptical about supply and the amount of work I would receive, however she has been fantastic in helping me to find constant work. She has been an outstanding and caring mentor during the last year and has gone above and beyond, by helping me (even outside of the office hours.) She is an absolute credit to your company. If I had to sum up New Directions in 3 words it would be, supportive, reliable and caring.

Testimonial from Victoria, Wirral Primary Teacher

Our problems are usually of an urgent nature with very little notice given. We started to use New Directions as we had been badly let down by other supply agencies. I have been using New Directions for at least the last three years and have always found them to be reliable. Our teachers report that the quality of supply teachers is good and they have been pleased to see that, generally, marking is completed before the supply teacher leaves. Our account manager is exceptionally helpful and always cheerful and friendly – even on the odd occasion I have had to cancel supply cover at short notice. I cannot think of a time when she has not been able to provide us with a top quality supply teacher.

If I had to describe New Directions in three words they would be – Reliable, Efficient and Friendly.

Testimonial from a Wirral Primary School

When I decided to try supply teaching I had no idea what would happen. I went online and searched for agencies serving the areas I wanted to work in. One was New Directions.
I phoned up and never looked back. It was easy to register and my consultant made sure I was placed in a variety of schools in order to build up my contacts.
I’ve been in regular work almost constantly since starting. I’ve had a mix of day-to-day pre-booked and a long term post.
My current consultant is great and works really hard to get me bookings. Thanks to her I’ve had the opportunity to work in some outstanding schools.
It’s nice to get birthday and Christmas cards as well. I feel like a person and not a number.
Sum up in three words – it suits me.

Candidate Testimonial – Carol