Our Staff
An insight into Kennedy Scott by Laura Dryden
Human Resources Manager
How Does Kennedy Scott work?
At Kennedy Scott we are passionate about the work we do. What unites us all is our enthusiasm for developing and supporting people to achieve their individual goals.
We are always on the lookout for dynamic and motivated people; if you feel you have what we’re looking for, why not send us your cv here.
If you are applying for a specific vacancy, please complete the application form below, quoting the job reference number.
Application Form - Electronic Version (Word) | Application Form - Paper Version (PDF)
Applications can be emailed to [email protected] or posted to the Recruitment Team at our Head Office.
What Qualities Does A Kennedy Scott Employee Require?
Often I look at people who share the same level of enthusiasm and dedication as the rest of the team here at Kennedy Scott.
I look out for people who have strong interpersonal skills. Good communicators and those comfortable liaising with a diverse group of people, do well here. Confident presentation skills are useful and you will need to be adaptable and embrace a challenge.
This job suits those who enjoy variety in their work and find satisfaction from helping and supporting others to achieve personal goals.
We welcome applications from those who are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role; someone who can utilise their own skill and judgment, whilst working on their own initiative.
We are particularly interested in applications that include the following:
Experience in the Welfare to work sector
Recruitment, Sales, Marketing or Retail experience
Information Advice and Guidance qualifications
Teacher training qualifications (PTLLS / CTTLS / DTLLS )
Successful record of working to targets
Languages are also an advantage
What Do You Consider To Be The Benefits Of Working At Kennedy Scott?
One of the many benefits of working for a successful company like Kennedy Scott is the range of opportunities we provide our staff.
We are as committed to developing our staff as we are our clients. Therefore we always advertise vacancies internally and encourage all staff members to apply for vacancies across the company.
Both internal and external training/learning opportunities are provided regularly throughout the year and any individual requests for training are always considered.
One of the great benefits of our company is the flat structure here; Good ideas and best practice are always noticed and shared. This is great as you can really make a direct impact on how the company works and grows.
We also offer our staff the following benefits:
- Upto 28 days annual leave entitlement + Bank Holidays
- Annual appraisals and pay reviews
- Bonus schemes
- Competitive salaries
- Child care vouchers
- Free eye care vouchers
- Paid sick leave
- Stake holder pension
What is the Recruitment process at Kennedy Scott?
As part of our commitment to equality and diversity, we accept and encourage applications from all and do not discriminate against any protected characteristics. We embrace diversity and strive to recruit a work force that mirrors the diverse client base we work with.
We conduct a two stage interview process, and applicants are normally interviewed by the Recruiting Manager and/or Area Manager as well as an HR Representative.
Interviews are competency based and we review candidates according to their skills and abilities as opposed to any other irrelevant factors.
Successful applicants will be asked to complete an equality and diversity analysis form in order to help Kennedy Scott monitor how effective our work is in this area. You will also be asked to complete an Enhanced Disclosure with the Criminal Records Bureau and provide documentation of your right to work in the UK and submit employment references for the past 3 years along with any relevant training and educational certificates.
Any offer of employment will be conditional on these pre-employment checks being satisfactory to the company.