About Aptitude Recruitment
Honesty, partnership, and a relentless focus on quality.
What Our Customers Say
We're not just recruiters
Founded by two sector professionals, Aptitude Recruitment was built on real experience, not assumptions. With over 28 years’ combined expertise across Further Education, Employability, and Skills, we’ve seen what works — and what doesn’t.
That’s why our foundation is simple: honesty, partnership, and a commitment to quality.
We’re not just recruiters; we’re former practitioners who understand funding pressures, delivery targets, and the human impact behind every hire. Whether you’re seeking talent or your next career step, our approach is personal, transparent, and results-driven.
Integrity
We do what we say, every time.
Partnership
Collaboration over transactions.
Quality
Only the best candidates, vetted and prepared.
Knowledge
Deep understanding of your world.
Let’s build the perfect Further Education team
Our Approach
Insight & Strategy
Targeted Search
Engagement
Partnership
"To strengthen the Skills and Employability sectors through quality recruitment, honest communication, and long-term partnership."
Our Founders
Pauline
CO-FOUNDER
Orla
CO-FOUNDER
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