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OLightOn Recruitment
Values-led hiring for purpose-driven organisations
At OLightOn Recruitment, we provide flexible, values-led staffing solutions for
organisations across adult learning, education, employment support, and health & social care.
We don’t just fill vacancies — we deliver candidates who bring alignment, commitment, and care. Whether you need urgent cover, fixed-term staff, or long-term hires, our approach ensures the right fit culturally, professionally, and ethically.
💼 Who We Work With
We support organisations that make a difference in people’s lives:
- Adult Learning & Skills – Tutors, Support Staff, IAG Professionals
- Education – Teaching Assistants, Admin, Site Staff
- Employment Support – Advisors, Coaches, Engagement Officers
- Health & Social Care – Care Workers, Support Staff
Our approach is adaptable, people-focused, and grounded in understanding what great service looks like.
🛠️ Our Services
Temporary Staffing
Reliable cover when you need it most
We supply fully vetted, ready-to-wor k professionals who keep your services running smoothly.
- Fast local sourcing
- Managed compliance and payroll
- Ideal for absence cover, short-term contracts, or service surges
Fixed-Term Contract Hiring
Skilled professionals for specific durations
Whether you're delivering a funded programme, covering maternity leave, or staffing a short-term project, we help you source skilled staff aligned to your timeframe and goals.
- Tailored sourcing for 3–12 month roles
- Matched to your delivery milestones
- Option to extend or convert to permanent
Permanent Recruitment
Long-term hires who grow with you
We focus on long-term fit, values alignment, and team potential.
- Bespoke candidate sourcing
- Screening and interview coordination
- Optional onboarding coaching to support early success
🌟 Why Choose OLightOn?
Coaching & Employability DNA
We understand people — not just CVs. Our background in coaching and employability helps us identify individuals with real potential and readiness to succeed.
Values-Led Matching
We recruit with purpose. Every candidate we recommend has been screened not just for skills, but for alignment with your mission, culture, and values.
Flexible, Relationship-Based Service
We adapt to your needs — whether you're scaling quickly, hiring steadily, or responding to urgent staff gaps. You’ll always get honest communication and thoughtful solutions.
Fully Compliant
From safer recruitment and DBS checks to right-to-work and sector-specific requirements — compliance is built into everything we do.
Post-Placement Support
Our service doesn’t stop once someone starts. We follow up with you and your new team member to support a smooth integration and reduce the risk of early turnover.
🚀 Our Unfair Advantage
What makes OLightOn different? We combine recruitment with career coaching to help every candidate hit the ground running — not just fit the role, but thrive in it.
Thanks to our background in
employability and coaching, we offer support that most recruiters simply can’t:
- Pre-placement coaching
- Onboarding guidance
- Early check-ins to support retention and performance
What this means for you:
- Stronger alignment – We dig deeper into candidate motivations and values.
- Better retention – Coached candidates are more self-aware and resilient.
- Smoother transitions – New hires settle in faster with fewer early-stage challenges.
- Less pressure on managers – Our prep and support reduce the day-one burden
👋 Let’s Talk Talent
Whether you're scaling delivery, navigating change, or building a stronger team — we’re here to help you hire with confidence and care.
📩 Prefer email? Reach us directly at recruitment@olighton.com
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