Inspiring the Next Generation

Since 2000, I have volunteered as an Enterprise advisor within Schools for various education to business partners, such as NYBEP (North Yorkshire and Enterprise Partnership) https://nybep.org.uk/ and Ahead Partnership https://www.aheadpartnership.org.uk/ to mentor students from years 7 to 13 with: Interview Technique | CV writing | Presentation skills | Boosting Confidence . Additionally supporting schools with their careers program.

These organisations work with both education and business in partnership. As a volunteer my role is to provide advice and support to students as they prepare for that “perfect interview” and their first step in their choice of College, University or career. It’s the ideal way to give back to the community, whilst having a window to the next generation of employees.

In addition, I coach business leaders on recruitment and the potential damage and additional cost that can be incurred if their interview technique is dated or they recruit the wrong individual.

I was introduced to Craig through a mutual contact and ever since the first conversation, I knew that he was unlike any other recruiter I had worked with. As a seasoned HR professional, that is a lot! Not only is Craig extremely professional, but he is also honest, down to earth, and most importantly, human. Our interactions were a joy and his belief in my ability was unwavering. This makes all the difference when you are looking for THE new role. Rather than treating you like just another candidate (like many recruiters), Craig really gets to know you. He coaches you to bring out your best self and lifts your character off the paper CV, bringing it to life for the candidate and the prospective business. He puts people first, working hard to make sure that the candidate and the business fit well for the long term, which again is refreshing. If there are concerns, they will be discussed because there is an intrinsic understanding that careers and businesses count on him to get it right, a responsibility he holds in the highest regard. Craig takes time to get to know people and Companies, talking them both through what to expect and getting the match right. From both a candidate and client side this level of service is invaluable. I have nothing but praise for Craig and Whitewing Recruitment. I think the biggest testament is that I would not hesitate to recommend him to anybody or any business, in fact I hope to work with him as a business client in the future.

Sophie S - HR Manager Electronics Manufacturing

Our business was a brand new shiny Nursery for 6 month to 5 year old’s. My business partner and I had done all the hard work of setting up our company; finding and decorating the premises, equipping it, Ofsted had given it the thumbs up and we had recruited an excellent Nursery manager, we were ready to go. 7 days before we opened the doors the Nursery Manager gave back word and decided not to join us. Our “opening plans” were in shreds. With limited options and a necessity of speed I contacted Craig. I had used Craig for recruitment in my previous company and trusted his expertise, but for a Nursery Manager, I wasn’t sure he could deliver? But he has always “stated recruitment is recruitment and a good recruiter should be able to source any candidate!” He didn’t disappoint, within a day I had three excellent candidates to telephone interview, two of whom I took to full interview and one offered. To be honest my new Nursery Manager is better than the original offered candidates and has bought more experience to the role. I am delighted as I can leave her to manage the nursery and team whilst we build and market the business. Thank you, Craig NP & NP Directors

Nikki P - Nursery Services

As a senior statesman in Accountancy and Finance I was seeking a role that not only complimented my experience but where I could continue to make a difference in a progressive company. Craig meets all of his candidates and is very thorough in his interviewing, getting to know you personally and your needs. He puts you at ease and more importantly he stays in touch throughout the process. I was successful in my application and had the steady support of a professional recruiter to help and guide me along the way. I look forward to using his services as a client, with a full understanding of what the candidate selection process is, robust and thorough; no stone is left unturned.

John P – Head of Finance – Manufacturing