Big enough to deliver, small enough to care.
At A for Appointments, we pride ourselves on being a privately owned, family-run recruitment business that provides temporary and permanent recruitment solutions to clients and candidates across Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster, Chesterfield, and beyond. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service and dedication to our clients and candidates, built on a foundation of integrity, authenticity, and trust.
Our experienced and knowledgeable team works together to understand each client's unique requirements and match them with the right candidate. We take the time to understand company culture, expectations, and people skills to ensure the perfect fit for each position. Our approach is centered around building long-lasting relationships and providing a personalized service that meets the specific needs of our clients.
Our History
A for Appointments was founded in April 2000 by Managing Director, Margaret Haywood. With over 20 years of experience in the recruitment industry, Margaret recognized the need for a more flexible, innovative, and honest approach to recruitment. Her vision was to provide a tailored service that understood the unique needs of each client and candidate. Under her leadership, A for Appointments has grown to become one of the top recruitment agencies in Sheffield.
Our Values
Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and dedicated to our clients and candidates. We pride ourselves on being honest, transparent, and professional in everything we do. Our values are centered around:
- Building long-term relationships with clients and candidates
- Providing a personalized service that meets the unique needs of each client and candidate
- Understanding company culture, expectations, and people skills to ensure the perfect fit for each position
- Being flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances
- Ensuring integrity, authenticity, and trust in all our interactions
Our Services
We offer a range of services to our clients, including:
- Temporary and permanent recruitment solutions
- Recruitment for various industries, including office, sales, management, call centre, I.T, industrial, engineering, and hospitality, as well as specialist industries such as legal, accounting, finance, marketing, and more
- Recruitment for various sectors, including manufacturing, construction, retail, and more
Our experienced and knowledgeable team will work with you to understand your unique requirements and provide a personalized service that meets your needs.
Overall Impression
The reviews for A for Appointments are overwhelmingly positive, with all three reviewers giving the agency a 5-star rating.
Efficiency and Placement
The reviewers praised the agency for their efficiency in placing them in job roles. Lydia mentioned that she was placed in a job role quickly, which has since developed into a permanent position. Leah noted that she had a great first visit with Margaret, which showed that the agency was interested in getting to know the candidate and finding them the right role. Sebastian reported that A for Appointments was the most proactive of all the agencies he signed up with, lining him up for job opportunities that were well-suited to his skills and preferences.
Staff and Service
The reviewers were particularly impressed with the staff at A for Appointments, particularly Marrie and Margaret. Lydia praised Marrie for her hard work and dedication, while Leah noted that Margaret showed a genuine interest in getting to know her as a candidate. Sebastian commended A for Appointments for their staff's professionalism and helpfulness.

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