early career teacher

Emma’s Early Career Teacher Journey

Embarking on her Early Career Teacher (ECT) journey, Emma found unwavering support and valuable experiences through her collaboration with CER. From the initial enquiry about supply work to her current role as a supply teacher, Emma shares insights into her journey. 

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Cathedral Schools Trust

Introducing Our New Partnership: Cathedral Schools Trust

Affinity Workforce proudly announces its new partnership with Cathedral Schools Trust (CST), marking a significant milestone in transforming education in the South West of England.

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Snowdon Village

Supporting Learners: CLF Snowdon Village’s Approach

Snowdon Village is really proud to be known as a Trauma Informed School in Bristol. This means they understand that tough experiences can sometimes make it hard to learn or behave.

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Eco-Friendly Christmas

Eco-Friendly Christmas Celebrations

As the festive season approaches, it’s a time of joy, celebration, and giving. However, amid the excitement, it’s essential to consider our impact on the planet.

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Easy Ways to Reduce Plastic Waste: A Guide to Greener Living 

Reducing plastic pollution starts with simple changes we can all make. Each small action adds up to a big impact on our environment. Join us in our mission to beat plastic pollution with these 7 easy tips!

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Early Years Childcare

Early Years Childcare Hero: Meet Sofia

In the world of early years childcare education, there are unsung heroes who play a fundamental role in influencing the future generation.

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Must Read Books for Primary School Children

As Children’s Book Week 2023 approaches, we’ve put together a list of outstanding books to engage and inspire primary school children of various ages.

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Saluting Our Sisters: Black History Month 2023

Black History Month 2023 is a special celebration that not only commemorates the incredible contributions of Black individuals throughout history but also highlights a specific group that has often been overlooked in the past – Black women.

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Sustainability Myths

Spooky Sustainability Myths: Busted!

Welcome to Recycle Week 2023! This October during recycle week 16th to the 20th, we’re diving headfirst into the world of sustainability and recycling to bust the most common and spooky myths that have been haunting our eco-consciousness.

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Children's Mental Health

10 Ways Educators Can Support Children’s Mental Health

World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10th, is a crucial reminder of the importance of mental well-being in our lives. This year let’s shine a spotlight on the role educators play in supporting children’s mental health in schools.

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Unlocking the Truth About Teaching Assistant Careers

Explore the realities of Teaching Assistant careers and debunk common myths with Affinity Workforce Solutions. Discover the opportunities, qualifications, and importance of this fulfilling role.

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training toolz

Affinity Workforce Solutions acquires Training Toolz in first move beyond recruitment

The UK’s leading education workforce provider, Affinity Workforce Solutions, has made its first acquisition outside recruitment and staffing, buying education training platform Training Toolz.

The deal brings CandidateGo and Training Schoolz into the Affinity family.

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School children eating food

Affinity Workforce Solutions welcomes new School Food Standards, including first-ever dedicated breakfast standards

A leading provider in education recruitment, Affinity Workforce Solutions has welcomed the government’s newly published School Food Standards, which for the first time introduce dedicated breakfast standards for schools in England.

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Schools Turn to Flexible Staff As Pay Rise Bites Budgets

The UK’s leading education workforce provider has said flexible staffing is becoming increasingly important to schools as rising employment costs put already stretched budgets under further pressure.

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Affinity Workforce announces new partnership with Red Kite Learning Trust

Affinity Workforce is delighted to announce a new partnership with Red Kite Learning Trust, becoming responsible for managing temporary staffing requirements across the Trust’s schools in North and West Yorkshire.

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Affinity Workforce announces new partnership with Kingsbridge Educational Trust

Affinity Workforce is delighted to announce a new partnership with Kingsbridge Educational Trust, supporting temporary staffing across the Trust’s seven schools located throughout Milton Keynes and Bedfordshire.

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Affinity Workforce announces new partnership with Success for All Educational Trust

Affinity Workforce Solutions is proud to announce a new managed service partnership with Success for All Educational Trust, further strengthening its presence across the South East.

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Affinity Workforce Mobilises New Partnership with Pope Francis Catholic Multi-Academy Trust

Affinity Workforce Solutions is delighted to announce a new partnership with Pope Francis Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, taking responsibility for the Trust’s temporary staffing requirements.

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Affinity Workforce secures partnership with Vision Multi-Academy Trust

Affinity Workforce Solutions is proud to announce a new managed service partnership with Vision Multi-Academy Trust, further strengthening its presence across the North West.

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Affinity Workforce partners with Lighthouse Schools Partnership

Affinity Workforce Solutions is pleased to announce a new partnership with Lighthouse Schools Partnership, supporting the delivery of flexible, high-quality staffing across the Trust.

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Affinity Workforce Strengthens Partnership with Greenshaw Learning Trust

Affinity Workforce is pleased to announce the expansion of its partnership with Greenshaw Learning Trust, further extending its managed service provision across 12 London-based academies.

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