Spencer Clarke Group

Spencer Clarke Group: education and public sector recruitment in the UK

Spencer Clarke Group is a recruitment agency based in the North West of England that operates throughout the UK. It presents itself as an ambitious, multi-award-winning company focused on meeting recruitment needs in the education sector and the public sector. Its activity is aimed at local authorities, schools, multi-academy trusts, housing associations and direct employers.

Specialisation in education

Through Spencer Clarke Education, the agency meets the staffing needs of early years settings and mainstream schools, as well as schools specialising in special educational needs and social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEND and SEMH). It also covers roles in school facilities services, further education, school leadership teams, tutors, special educational needs specialists and educational psychology.

Areas of activity in the public sector

In the public sector, Spencer Clarke Public Sector offers roles in corporate resources, legal services, finance, transformation and change, built environment, housing, as well as health and social care. The agency works with local authorities and other public bodies to fill both interim, temporary and permanent positions.

Types of recruitment

The company specialises in interim, temporary and permanent jobs. Examples of vacancies it advertises include roles such as planning manager, landlord compliance and building safety officer, or building surveyor, with fixed-term contracts and day or hourly rates. These vacancies reflect its activity in local government and transformation projects.

Client and candidate testimonials

The site includes feedback from local authorities, schools and pupil referral units (PRUs) that highlight the responsiveness, reliability and knowledge of the education context on the part of the consultants. The testimonials mention the identification of suitable candidates, the speed in filling vacancies and staff continuity. There are also candidate reviews that highlight communication, advice and efficiency in managing placements.

Presence and coverage

Based in the North West of England, Spencer Clarke Group operates nationally across the UK. The agency has a team of consultants specialising by sector, such as Natalie Boaler, Jolie Moon, Richard Shorrock, Liam Richmond, John Shorrock, Joe O’Halloran, Niall, Paul Best and Matt, among others, who serve the needs of clients and candidates in their respective areas.

Location and contact

Phone: 01772 954200 · Email: info@spencerclarkegroup.co.uk · Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 07:00-18:00. Friday: 07:00-16:30.