Candidate Testimonials

Manager Name: Greg

Relationship with New Directions: Candidate

Length of time working with New Directions: 3-5 years

Communication and openness with New Directions and their staff is easy, welcoming and warming. They are a very reliable organisation in regards to work and updates.  A particular highlight would be the consistency of communication between New Directions and myself, in addition to their helpfulness and support. New Directions were there for me during a difficult time in my employment. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time of working for them and am proud to fly the flag, promote and represent them in my work and other duties. I would recommend New Directions.

Craig

I wish to inform you that since I’ve been registered with New Directions they have been very supportive and provided me with work on a regular basis. My account manager Sian has been particularly helpful. Diolch i ti Meilir hefyd.
Diolch yn fawr.

Rhian – Teacher – Newport

My Account Manager (Sian) arranges suitable placements, communicates effectively, is supportive and possesses a lovely friendly manner. Sian is professional at all times and I have not felt under pressure to agree to work. I would highly recommend New Directions to anyone! Since registering with New Directions, I have been provided with a steady flow of suitable work placements. The effective, timely and friendly communication by my Account Manager supports the whole process. Diolch yn Fawr!

Eleri – Welsh Medium Teacher and Cover Supervisor – Barry

Jen is my consultant who arranges all of my schools based employments, both short and long term. Jen is very consistent and reliable and calls me frequently to check not only my availability but also how my day at school has been. It is very helpful as we can then discuss possibilities for future work at the same or similar schools.
After going into hospital ill, Jen kept contact to see how I was doing and whether I would be fit enough for work.
A highlight of working with New Directions is being able to work in so many different schools environments and the flexibility of the agency and Jen.
They have been fantastic working around my unusual schedule and availability, as well as advising me on future work. In addition to this, When my consultant Jen is out of office, she always ensures that another consultant like Sam is able to help me until she is back.

Testimonial from a Primary NQT, Wirral

I am in contact with Jennifer on a weekly basis, sometimes daily, depending upon the frequency of assignments. Jennifer is a fantastic consultant to have, she is friendly, helpful and approachable. She is able to respond to any requests for help or advice. The team are a friendly group of individuals, who communicate well and work well at meeting the needs of their clients and candidates.
For candidates, the provision of training for on-going professional development is excellent. The content of the training courses has been really useful and the training staff know their field of expertise well.
It has been a good organisation to be involved with and has been one of the best I have experience of, I would recommend.

Wirral primary teacher Testimonial

Jen is fantastic at what she does, she is very friendly and goes above and beyond. I feel that I am able to speak to her if I have any queries or worries. We regularly keep in touch with one another via either email or phone; myself to keep her informed of my availability and Jen to keep me updated about any work available and also offer me work. She is very honest about that amount of work that is coming in and during quieter times does her best to find something suitable for me. It is clear that she does her best for both her candidates and clients. I am very happy that I joined New Directions Education and that Jen is my account manager.
A key highlight so far in my career with New Directions is being able to work in a variety of schools broadening my experience. I have also had the chance to work in an SEN school, an opportunity that I may not have otherwise had. I am very happy working for New Directions and feel that they truly want to do their best for you. I would recommend them.

Testimonial from Katherine, a Wirral NQT

Jen has very open communication which is frequent but relevant. I can always get hold of Jen when I need anything.
New Directions in the Wirral have a great team feel and a good range of training courses available.
So far I have had a great time working with New Directions and I have had lots of opportunities to work with a variety of schools and your people. I know that I can rely on New Directions to give me work and I have always been made to feel like a valued member of the team.

Testimonial from a Wirral Primary Teacher, Annabelle

Jennifer has been brilliant at helping me to get work. She has offered me new opportunities within new schools whilst also helping me to maintain a positive relationship with the schools I have previously worked in. I am always able to reach Jennifer if I need any assistance or guidance. Jennifer is always reliable and approachable.
The highlight of working with New Directions is Jennifer. She has been able to book me for work in the most wonderful schools, schools that have been able to utilise my skills and interests.
It has been a pleasure to work for new directions and to have Jennifer as my point of contact.

Testimonial from Bev, a Wirral Primary teacher