In October 2021 we underwent an Ofsted inspection, resulting in a ‘GOOD’ rating and validating our dedication to learners and employers. However, more surprisingly, the inspection revealed that the integrity with which Starting Off recruited apprentices could also be applied to permanent job roles. And so, with a vision to further the careers of apprentices past their qualifications and support our clients further in finding the right talent for their business, S.O. Permanent Recruitment was born.
A Division with Purpose
S.O. Permanent Recruitment, a new division of Starting Off, specialises in recruiting for entry-level permanent office-based job roles. Building on our extensive experience in providing recruitment and training for office-based apprenticeships in IT, Marketing, Sales, Administration, Finance, and Leadership and Management, S.O. Permanent Recruitment seeks to extend its support to job seekers with 12 months + experience transitioning into the professional world. For graduated apprentices, the division offers opportunities to secure a permanent job role after completing their courses, while also helping recent university graduates find their footing in starter job roles.
Leadership and Integrity
In many ways, we are perfectly suited to fill permanent roles. Some apprentices don’t get permanent offers right away, and they come back to us for help. In the past, we had to send them to other agencies. But now, we can help them find permanent jobs ourselves. Our clients trust us because they know we work with great candidates who were once Starting Off apprentices.
Charlotte Berridge, Recruitment Team Leader
Heading the S.O. Permanent Recruitment division is Charlotte Berridge, our recruitment team leader with extensive experience in sourcing the best talent matches for businesses. With her expertise and the company’s core values of Support, Honesty, Ambition, Passion, and Excellence, the division is committed to recruiting with integrity.
A Complete Journey
Starting Off’s dedication to the career growth of apprentices goes beyond the qualification phase. By nurturing young professionals and helping them transition into successful individuals, the division ensures that Starting Off’s services extend far beyond the completion of an apprenticeship.
Already catering to clients in Northamptonshire, S.O. Permanent Recruitment embraces a remote-hybrid working structure and an online registration process, enabling us to reach talent across the UK. This geographic expansion aligns with its mission to connect job seekers with employers from various regions, creating more significant opportunities for career growth.
S.O. Permanent Recruitment is a testament to Starting Off’s commitment to excellence and support for both learners and employers. With a focus on integrity and a passion for fostering successful careers, the division stands as a beacon of opportunity for apprentices and job seekers. As it continues to grow and expand its reach across the UK, S.O. Permanent Recruitment is poised to make a lasting impact on the lives of countless young professionals, elevating the standards of recruitment in the process.
For further information and advice on how S.O. Permanent Recruitment can help you, please contact Charlotte.Berridge@startingoff.co.uk
