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How second-chance hiring builds a stronger workforce: in conversation with Timpson

We spoke to Darren Burns, Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Timpson Group and Head of the Timpson Foundation, to learn how employing ex-offenders has become a cornerstone of the company's culture and delivered lasting benefits for both the business and wider society.

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Building a reliable supply teacher pool in the UK

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Supply teachers are committed and dedicated to making a vital contribution to securing high educational standards for all children and young people. Stacey Winder, an Education Account Executive at Reed, explores how to build and maintain a pool of talented supply teachers to help your school in the face of adversity.

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Top five soft skills to look for in a teaching assistant

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Soft skills are crucial in any workplace, but especially for those working to support children’s learning. Richard Marshall, Senior Business Manager at Reed, advises school leaders on the top soft skills to look out for when hiring teaching assistants, why they’re important and how to spot them.

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Understanding the change curve in the workplace

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Learn about the change curve model and how it applies to workplace dynamics. Discover strategies for navigating the stages of the change curve to support employees through transitions.

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Unlock the classroom doors: how partnering with an education recruiter can propel your teaching career to new heights

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Working alongside an education recruitment company will provide you with the right insight, guidance and advice to start or progress your career in the education sector. Dan McKenna, Education Operations Manager at Reed, examines just exactly what working with a specialist education recruiter involves.

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Top four tools if you’re hiring right now

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The hiring process can be smooth and pain-free… if you have the right tools and recruiter. In this article, we look at four of Reed’s tools that can support you when hiring, from attracting talented people through competitive salary and benefits benchmarking, to interviewing and onboarding new hires.

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Smart-casual dress code explained – at work

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Smart casual is one of the most commonly misunderstoodmost misunderstood dress codes, particularly in a professional setting. We explore how you should dress in a workplace where smart casual is a must.

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Inclusivity: how to help prevent discrimination at work

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Every employee deserves to be treated with respect and without bias – regardless of their background. We interviewed Andrew Moore, Partner at international law firm, Addleshaw Goddard, on the importance of combatting and preventing workplace discrimination.

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Never judge a book by its cover - elevate women in leadership positions

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With International Women’s Day falling later this week (Saturday 8 March 2025) Claire Harvey, Managing Director - UK Network at Reed, explores how ingrained biases can hold women back when stepping into leadership roles and how they can be diminished.

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