'...Not only are Firefly very helpful and friendly, but they are extremely personalised which really makes them stand out above other agencies. The rate of pay has always exceeded my expectations. Firefly offer attentiveness and a person centred approach to candidates unlike other agencies. They are always very quick to respond to queries and correspondence etc. The social gatherings are great fun and I love the personal touch that they put into these evenings, from the gifts they supply, especially the Firefly cupcakes which are amazing, and the lovely venues. Jeannine is very good at getting groups of people together who don't know each other....'

Allison, BA (Hons) Psychology, Learning Disabilities Project Consultant

'...I found Firefly extremely helpful, especially with making decisions on what post to take according to my skill set. They really listen to you, which is very important. They also follow up after the interview and then again every so often throughout the post to see how things are going. I think this is lovely and important. I have always been happy with my rate. I love the social gatherings because it gives more of a community feel and gives you the opportunity to meet fellow social workers. They are very prompt and efficient with timesheets and the financial side of things, which is great. I have worked with other agencies that have not been good with this and have left due to that. Firefly really do go the extra mile. ...'

Mary, Advanced Social Worker, Learning Disabilities

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'...Firefly are amazing, there is absolutely nothing I could complain about! I used to be with another agency, and was very unhappy with them. Firefly are always there for you and they always feel close by, so you know you can contact them at all times. They go out of their way for you, not only on a professional level, but on a personal level too. I am very pleased with their service. I changed jobs to the one I am currently in and took a pay cut when I did that, but Firefly went out of their way to look after me and they were very open and honest, so I always knew what was going on. So yes, I am happy with my rate of pay. I have never spoken to anyone else who has an agency as good as Firefly. I love the attentiveness and personal touch from Firefly, like receiving a gift on my birthday and a little something on Valentine's Day, it is so special. It is always a pleasure to refer people to Firefly because I know they are going to a quality agency. There really is nothing I could suggest them to improve on, I am very happy! ...'

Melanie, Advanced Social Worker, Adults

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'...I am looking for a job at the moment and Firefly are going out of their way to help. They always go the extra mile for you, without a problem. I have been quite specific about what position I would like and they are only putting me forward for jobs that fit my requirements, but they also suggest other roles for me to give me the option to apply for them. They always email and call to keep me updated. At the moment I am in a position as an Assistant Social Worker, while I wait for me registration to come through, so the rate is not great, but I knew it would be less. I have an interview coming up within the sector that I'm really interested in (children and families) at a great rate, so fingers crossed! ...'

Danielle, Social Worker, Children and Families

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'...Firefly Locums have demonstrated to be an extremely committed social work agency, who were able to meet my employment needs immediately after I registered with the company. They were able to identify a very suitable vacancy for me within the area of preference with a competitive rate of pay. I am certainly very happy with their individualized and professional service, as well as their flexible and friendly approach. Firefly are very supportive and quick to respond to any queries, by phone and email. I have been with a lot of agencies to date and Firefly has been the best. I love the candidate evenings they hold and find them very friendly. Jeannine is doing an excellent job! ...'

David, Senior Social Worker, Learning Disabilities

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'...Firefly have always been very friendly and supportive of me. They have been lucky as I have always gone back to the same team, so they have not had to do much for me in terms of looking for jobs, but have always been helpful. They are excellent at staying in touch and keeping you up to date with your progress. I have never worked with any other Social Recruitment Agency, but would expect nothing less than the service I receive with Firefly. They have a very personalised approach and I feel very valued. I love the social evenings! ...'

Susan, Assistant Social Worker, Adults Team

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'...I have worked with several different recruitment agencies since arriving to the UK in May 2009 and found Firefly to offer a friendly and personalised service that did not compare to the larger agencies. All staff showed a keen interest in my career development and assisted me to find new and exciting social work positions. I would not hesitate to recommend Firefly to any social worker in the UK...'

Emma

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'...I have found Firefly to be extremely friendly and professional. I've never had to wait long for consultants to get back to me and I've always felt that my opinions and choices have been respected and valued. I find Firefly easy to trust due to the honesty of its employees. Working with a smaller agency has given me the advantage of really getting to know the people who help me to find work and the time and space to tell them what I would prefer. I have been more than happy with the roles that they have found for me and would recommend the agency to any of my friends. Definitely give them a try - I'm sure you won't be disappointed!...'

Carey

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'...I have really enjoyed the opportunities that Firefly have provided. I totally appreciate the personal touch and the fact that support and information is available. I believe that the team at Firefly possess knowledge of social work and the job that I do. I have not found this with other agencies, and that is why Firefly is unique. ...'

Dee

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'...I have lived in London for 9 years and over this time have worked through a number of Social Work agencies.  I couldn't be more happy with the friendly, professional and personalised service provided by Jeannine and her team at Firefly Locums.  From the outset Jeannine was knowledgeable about the field and enthusiastic about finding me just the position I was looking for.  When the right job came up she worked extra hard to organise the logistics so I could begin the job as soon as possible.  Firefly offers advice, support and useful training opportunities, and I for one will be staying with them as long as I am working in the UK.  Many agencies take no real interest in the locums who are working for them, but Jeannine, Sally and the rest of their team take the time to really know their candidates and look after them.  They are always on the phone or email if I need some help or information.  If you are a Social Worker in London there is no contest - Firefly is the agency to be with....'

Alice

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'...My experience of working with Firefly Locums has been a very positive one from the start. Since registering with Firefly Locums I have not joined any other agencies. This is due to the fact that Firefly has made every effort to find exactly the role I was looking for and have supported me through what can sometimes be an exhausting and stressful process of trying to find the right position. The team is motivated, friendly and always available for advice, support and any questions that need to be answered. Firefly Locums has offered me more than other agencies I have registered with in the past, in that I have been provided with interesting and relevant training opportunities which have contributed to my professional development, as well as social events which have allowed me to meet other people in my profession. I would highly recommend Firefly Locums to anyone looking for work in this field...'

Karen

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'..."Namaste Fireflies!.

Just wanted to say thankyou for your efforts in finding me a job that I enjoyed and from which I  gained wonderful insight.

I  also wanted to share my experience, which has been a rather pleasant one from the moment I joined.  I have found Firefly Locums  to be a first class  agency that always tend to find very good placements for their candidates. They were  responsive in terms of my needs and found me suitable positions.  The staff are friendly, efficient, professional and provide a high quality service.  I am impressed with all aspects of the service that Firefly Locums provided me with. 

I would recommend any of my colleagues to contact Firefly Locums  in terms of finding work placements.

~ Thanks Fireflies!!! ~

Shelley Kohli

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