About Us
We are a specialist care recruitment agency dedicated to the social work, social care, and early years sectors across the UK.
WORKING BETTER, TOGETHER
Charles Hunter Associates is a specialist care recruitment agency focused on the social work, social care, and early years sectors.
As trusted specialists, we connect skilled professionals with meaningful roles across the UK, both contract and permanent. We’re proud to support the people who support others.
From our office in central Reading, our friendly team works with over 300 organisations across the public, private and voluntary sectors. We offer a professional service with the highest safeguarding standards, giving clients and candidates complete peace of mind.
With years of experience as specialist care recruitment experts, we understand the unique challenges of the sector. That’s why we go beyond placements. We provide tailored strategies, sector insight, and genuine long-term support.
Whether you’re hiring, job hunting, or just want to learn more, we’re here to help.
COMPREHENSIVE
SOCIAL CARE RECRUITMENT
Covers candidate sourcing, qualification verification, and ongoing placement support
ESTABLISHED
TRACK RECORD
Operating since 2009 with 300+ provider partnerships and regional offices
SECTOR-SPECIFIC
EXPERTISE
We have a proven track record of delivering excellent candidates to services across care
AWARD-WINNING
COMPLIANCE
We operate an award-winning compliance service, having twice previously won the coveted 'Best Compliance Operation' award at the Recruiter Awards
COMPREHENSIVE
SOCIAL CARE RECRUITMENT
Covers candidate sourcing, qualification verification, and ongoing placement support
ESTABLISHED
TRACK RECORD
Operating since 2009 with 300+ provider partnerships and regional offices
SECTOR-SPECIFIC
EXPERTISE
We have a proven track record of delivering excellent candidates to services across care
AWARD-WINNING
COMPLIANCE
We operate an award-winning compliance service, having twice previously won the coveted 'Best Compliance Operation' award at the Recruiter Awards
Company Highlights
We're proud experts in the care communities we serve.
dedicated employees
years in operation
candidates
stars over 200 Google Reviews
LEADERSHIP TEAM
ABBY
BRYANT
Operations Director
JONATHAN
WADSWORTH
Managing Director
KATIE
BAKER
Associate Director
MARK
BEAVER
Associate Director
CHA Recruitment provides full-cycle hiring for social care roles, candidate sourcing, qualification verification, DBS checks, compliance training, and ongoing placement support.
Our sector networks and targeted outreach typically result in successful placements within four weeks of brief acceptance for a permanent role. Immediate shifts can be filled with less than 24 hours' notice.
While headquartered in Reading, we serve care providers and candidates nationwide via our online portal and local consultants.
We verify professional qualifications, run DBS checks, confirm eligibility with Social Work England and CQC, and deliver bespoke compliance workshops.
Providers seeking reliable, on-demand staffing and candidates aiming for a streamlined recruitment process, from first interview to long-term role satisfaction.