Our testimonials easily highlight why we’re a leading recruitment agency for social work, social care and early years jobs!
The best thing about using Charles hunter is their openness and transparency and quick response times, they are open to discussions and sharing ideas and values which is something that we haven’t always had with other providers. They always want their staff to be the best and they push them to exceed in this.
If I am asked about Agency providers I will always mention Charles Hunter - they are always my ‘go to’ when we have the need to take staffing on.
Agency Manager
SEN School and Charity
Emily has been nothing but helpful, ensuring that we have constant staffing booked in advance and is able to plan in emergency cover when required. She has agents on her books who know my site as it is beneficial to have consistency with staffing, as we are a hostel for young vulnerable people.
I contacted Emily when I needed a full time support worker that we were struggling to place. Emily provided us with a person who, although had no experience in the role, had life skills that would be transferable. This person is learning the role, listening and improving week on week and has since been taken on full time.
General Manager
Young Person Charity Care Provider
We finally feel like we’re building a team that’s here for the long run. The new approach has not only brought in more candidates but the right kind of people - those who align with our values and care deeply about the children.
The difference in team morale and consistency in care has been incredible.
Managing Director
Children’s Residential Service
Working with Charles Hunter Associates, specifically with Mark, has been a great experience for us. Over the years, we've successfully filled several managerial roles within the health and social care sector, thanks to their dedication and expertise. Mark's understanding of our needs and his commitment to finding the right candidates has been invaluable. We appreciate the high-quality service and look forward to continuing our collaboration.
Owner
Supported Living Provider
We've partnered with Charles Hunter for temporary agency cover for many years, and it's been an incredibly positive experience. Their team is consistently professional and highly responsive to our specific needs, ensuring seamless support whenever required. Most importantly, Charles Hunter has always prioritised the highest standards in their work with vulnerable children, providing reliable, compassionate staff who make a real difference. We highly recommend them to any organisation in the care sector.
Responsible Individual
Children's Home, Reading
Mark at Charles Hunter is great, I have now been working with Mark for over 4 years and would trust him with any insights or roles that need specialist attention. He has taken the time to understand us as a business and really matches that with candidates in the market. Mark is excellent both on a personal and professional basis. I would highly recommend.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Retirement Living Services
Charles Hunter Associates have made my job search so easy and stress free. I worked with Jamil who has been excellent, he has been so easy to talk to and really listened to the roles and pay that I wanted when searching for roles for me. He has been with me every step of the way and I am so grateful to him for everything.
Amber Hamilton
Foster support worker
I had such a positive experience working with Tom. He was incredibly attentive and genuinely supportive throughout the entire process. There were moments when I doubted myself, and he somehow became part recruiter, part personal therapist - always encouraging, always believing in me, even after the job offer.
Gene Berry
Candidate
I had a truly fantastic experience working with Tom Sherwood at CHA as a first-time locum. From our very first interaction through to my first day at the new workplace, Tom was absolutely brilliant - professional, responsive, and genuinely a pleasure to work with.
Parvin Begum
Locum
I have a fantastic experience working with Zoe from Charles Hunter Associates. She was outstanding. From the start she was proactive and clearly committed to helping me succeed. She provided appropriate interview prep. She kept me with regular updates throughout the process until I received the job offer. I highly recommend Zoe and the team.
Rawisara
Candidate
I cannot speak highly enough of my experience working with Charles Hunter Associates, particularly with my consultant, Zoe, who played an instrumental role in securing my latest contract with Surrey County Council. From the very beginning, Zoe took the time to truly listen to my career aspirations, skills, and experience, ensuring that the role she presented was the perfect match for me. Her insight and understanding of my professional background made all the difference in landing one of my best contracts yet as a locum social worker.
What truly set Zoe apart was her dedication to making the entire onboarding process smooth, transparent, and—dare I say—*enjoyable*. She kept me updated at every stage, from initial registration to compliance, ensuring I was never left in the dark. When there was a slight delay, Zoe went above and beyond by providing daily updates, alleviating any potential anxiety and reinforcing my confidence in the process.
Thanks to Zoe’s professionalism, expertise, and genuine care, my experience with Charles Hunter Associates was nothing short of outstanding. I would wholeheartedly recommend their services to any social worker looking for a supportive, efficient, and personable recruitment partner.
**Five stars without hesitation!** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Sammy Ojong
Locum social worker