Spencer Clarke Group is an award-winning public sector recruitment agency specialising in a range of disciplines including special educational needs, change & transformation, housing and the built environment.
Whether you need interim professionals to provide immediate expertise or you’re looking to make a strategic permanent hire, we provide recruitment solutions tailored to your service.
"John Shorrock is the best in the business and an absolute pleasure to work with. Even if he is not covering the role himself at Spencer Clarke Group, he will point you in the direction of the very best consultant to assist.
Spencer Clarke Group fills lots of my roles, always submitting excellent, relevant candidates and in a speedy manner. The compliance is on point and it is a real pleasure to work with them.
I wish all suppliers were like them and all contacts like John. Life would be a breeze!"
I wish all suppliers were like them and all contacts like John. Life would be a breeze!
Local authority
"We needed urgent temporary staffing cover for a vacancy in our Inventory & Supplies team whilst we conducted processes to recruit to the position substantively.
Staff shortages in the team impact upon our ability to provide a sustainable and reliable service and so it's important that we maintain sufficient capacity.
My consultant put forward candidates with relevant skills and experience to work with us temporarily to support the team which meant we have been able to maintain capacity and the ability to provide required service levels to our internal customers."
Staff shortages in the team impact upon our ability to provide a sustainable and reliable service and so it's important that we maintain sufficient capacity.
Local authority
"Over the years, Spencer Clarke Group has helped us with very specific roles with a good level of success.
This agency has always been extremely professional, proactive and responsive which has helped us to build an extremely good working relationship.
Spencer Clarke Group has had a positive impact on our business and they are always happy to help us with anything we need."
Spencer Clarke Group has had a positive impact on our business and they are always happy to help us with anything we need.
Local authority
"Spencer Clarke Group supported our recruitment needs during a period of instability and change within the council. I explained to our consultant that I was looking for someone who could step straight into the role with minimal onboarding.
I was presented with a healthy number of good CVs, one of which we subsequently hired. Their work has been exemplary and helped to continue operations during this period."
Legal Services Manager
Their work has been exemplary and helped to continue operations during this period.
Local authority
"We have used this agency for a number of years because they always fill our roles quickly.
If any problem has occurred, it has been dealt with in a swift manner and resolved quickly.
It is a pleasure to work with them because they are friendly, approachable and have a clear understanding of public sector requirements."
Head of Legal
We have used this agency for a number of years because they always fill our roles quickly.
Local authority
"Before using Spencer Clarke Group, I used a number of other agencies and the CVs sent were not to the standard which we required.
Since working with Spencer Clarke Group, this has changed significantly, they seem to really understand how local authorities work and the experience required by the candidates they submit.
I am particularly impressed with this agency because they always return my calls, even at the weekend."
Principal Lawyer
I am particularly impressed with this agency because they always return my calls, even at the weekend.
Local authority
"Spencer Clarke Group is an essential member of our recruitment supply chain.
We have worked with quite a lot of agencies over the years and Spencer Clarke Group is without doubt the best one.
Our posts are always filled quickly with experienced contractors and we highly value their services. I have nothing but praise for this agency."
Director of Law & Governance
Spencer Clarke Group is an essential member of our recruitment supply chain.
Local authority
"Working with John Shorrock at Spencer Clarke Group has been instrumental to the progress of our transformation programme. At the point of engagement, the council required more than additional capacity.
It needed experienced practitioners who could bring structure, pace and credibility to complex improvement work. John understood this immediately and he carefully assembled a high calibre transformation team with the right mix of local government experience, analytical capability and delivery focus.
This ensured that individuals were able to integrate quickly, understand the context, and begin adding value from day one."
Working with John Shorrock at Spencer Clarke Group has been instrumental to the progress of our transformation programme.
Local authority
"The recruitment and assembly of the transformation team was significantly bolstered by the exceptional service provided by John at Spencer Clarke Group.
John’s ability to find professionals who don’t just "consult and disappear" but genuinely embed themselves into the service has been a game-changer for us.
The quality of candidates provided has ensured that our transformation programme is evidence-based, legally compliant, and, most importantly, focused on improving outcomes for the community."
John’s ability to find professionals who don’t just "consult and disappear" but genuinely embed themselves into the service has been a game-changer for us.
Local authority
"I worked with John Shorrock from Spencer Clarke Group when I was struggling to recruit an experienced Project Manager.
John worked extremely hard to find some very intelligent individuals for me to interview - one of which we hired! She is a very talented lady and is doing great things at the council."
Within three weeks, I filled all vacancies which freed me up to get on with other important jobs which had been side-tracked during this period.
Local authority
"The quality of CVs which we received were of a very good standard and we were able to hire as a result.
Communication was second to none and I was particularly impressed with the level of knowledge which my consultant displayed within transformation programmes."
Spencer Clarke Group helped us by sourcing impressive CVs quickly and efficiently.
Local authority
"We have developed a strong working relationship with Spencer Clarke Group over time.
They work quickly without compromising on quality and have helped us secure a number of high-calibre interim professionals, sometimes at extremely short notice.
On occasions where our consultant isn’t available, another member of their team has stepped in to help. We would highly recommend them."
They work quickly without compromising on quality and have helped us secure a number of high-calibre interim professionals, sometimes at extremely short notice.
Local authority
"We have worked with Spencer Clarke Group for 4 years due to the exemplary level of service we receive.
Knowing that we can rely on their services has given us peace of mind that our recruitment needs will always be met efficiently and to a high standard.
Their team takes the time to understand our requirements and the importance of securing the right people quickly.
They communicate clearly throughout the process and provide candidates who are not only technically strong but also a great fit for the council."
Knowing that we can rely on their services has given us peace of mind that our recruitment needs will always be met efficiently and to a high standard.
Local authority
"During my appointment with Wirral Council, I reached out to Joe O’Halloran regarding additional interim requirements.
Joe fulfilled those requirements with top class individuals, enabling the capital projects to be delivered. Joe must be commended for his ongoing support to both client and onboarded interims.
He has a genuine concern and professional ethic, both during assignments and post completion of projects."
Joe fulfilled those requirements with top class individuals, enabling the capital projects to be delivered.
Local authority
"Their knowledge of the local authority finance market is excellent. Our consultant provides valuable insight and advice on market conditions, candidate availability and realistic expectations.
The candidates they put forward are consistently of a very high standard - technically strong, experienced within local government, and able to make an immediate impact.
This has significantly improved the efficiency of our recruitment process and ensured we secure the right people for our team."
CVs are always of a high quality and the process is handled with competence.
Local authority
"Joe has helped us to recruit a number of key interim placements over the last 12 months which allowed for our project to keep to schedule and within legislation.
We were impressed with how quick the turnaround was."
I work across housing and executive support recruitment which is fast-paced and extremely rewarding. I take great pride in helping local authorities with interim staff to deliver high-quality housing services.
Helping a local authority enhance their statutory provision is what I love most about my job, not only because I have supported their recruitment requirements, but because SEND professionals provide such vital support to children and young people.
Public and private sector recruitment specialist for
Health & social care
Recruiting within health and social care for the private and public sector is very gratifying. I witness the incredible work of Support Workers, Contact Supervisors and many other wonderful professionals daily.
It fills me with pride when a council can completely turn around and enhance their statutory provision through the talent which we supply them with. It’s extremely rewarding!
Public and private sector recruitment specialist for
Educational psychology
I never take for granted the importance of linking children and young people with exceptional Educational Psychologists. The success of this is essential for improving students' developmental outcomes.
Interim professionals are crucially important to the success of a public sector finance team. Recruiting professionals who can help local authorities meet a deadline or complete a critical project is very satisfying.
From Town Planners to Building Control Surveyors, it’s incredible to see the real-world impact that these skilled professionals have on the built environment and the environment around us.
I'm proud to support local authorities in delivering meaningful change, helping them strengthen and transform a wide range of services for the communities they serve.
I enjoy helping local authorities and private organisations secure dependable, skilled professionals who keep projects moving, maintain high standards and deliver essential services to the communities they serve.
Public and private sector recruitment specialist for
Health & social care
I understand the importance of finding compassionate, resilient and experienced professionals who can provide safe, consistent care and make a meaningful difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
The interim market moves quickly, and local authorities depend on experienced HR professionals to provide stability, drive change and support critical people functions. I take pride in connecting organisations with the right interim talent to help them navigate challenges and deliver effective HR services.
It gives me great pleasure to see a council making positive steps within their statutory provision and knowing we helped make that happen. It’s one of the best parts of my job!
I would like Spencer Clarke Group to contact me regarding their recruitment services.
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