Delivering Recruitment Solutions to meet your business needs
Welcome to Direct Staff UK, one of the fastest-growing recruitment agencies in the UK. Established in 2007, we provide both on-site and branch recruitment solutions, supplying flexible/temporary and permanent labour at affordable rates, quickly and efficiently. Our team of recruitment specialists builds and delivers solutions that make a difference, specializing in "Turning down the noise" to meet your business needs.
At Direct Staff UK, we understand the importance of recruiting the right person to your business, which is why we have a strict interview process in place to meet industry requirements and get quality staff. We cater to various sectors, including Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality, and make sure that the workers we supply are fully suited to the environment they work in. Good communication is essential, and we match the person to the environment for their happiness and your fulfillment.
Our Services
Our comprehensive services include temporary and permanent labour supply, on-site and branch recruitment solutions, and day-to-day scheduling of staff on your business's behalf at competitive rates. We remove the inconvenience of committing to employment terms and conditions, allowing you to focus on maximizing your productivity and minimizing cost and inconvenience.
Compliance and Accreditations
At Direct Staff UK, we operate 24 hours a day, not just an on-call phone, to ensure we meet the needs of our clients. With a proven track record for excellent service, our senior team has a combined experience of over 100 years sourcing and placing temporary labour. We hold a Gangmaster's License (GLAA) and are members of the Association of Labour Providers (ALP) and Business Partners with Stronger Together. We continually push ourselves to meet the highest standards, working to the highest standards is key for all our clients.
Our Commitment
Our aim is to maximize our client's productivity and minimize cost and inconvenience. We are committed to protecting our workers, which is why we embrace the Ethical Trade Initiative and are Stronger Together Business Partners. We also uphold the principles of the Ethical Trading Initiative Base Code, which affords our temporary colleagues greater protection than provided by law.
Modern Slavery Statement
We recognize unfairness when we see it, and our teams are put through rigorous training programs developed by our Compliance Director. We are committed to fair working practices, and we fight against hidden labour exploitation with company programs and training courses that tackle these issues. Direct Staff UK is a leader within our industry sectors, recognized for our commitment to protecting our workers and upholding the highest standards.
Work Experience and Treatment of Employees
Some reviewers have expressed dissatisfaction with the agency's treatment of employees, citing issues with timely payment of salaries, unfair deductions, and poor communication. Shubham Maan, in particular, described the staff as "useless" and accused them of prioritizing the coaches' money over the well-being of employees.
Registration and Ageism Allegations
Karen Randell accused the agency of having an illegal practice of not registering anyone over 40 years of age, implying ageism in their registration process.
Scam and Privacy Concerns
Adrian Larkin labeled the agency as a "scam" and warned others to avoid them, citing their alleged practice of sending direct WhatsApp messages, which may violate privacy rules.
Communication and Responsiveness
Some reviewers have criticized the agency's communication and responsiveness, with Conroy Jude describing the waiting time as "long" and the customer service as "worst." Katalin Borbely also reported that the agency failed to respond to emails regarding her mother's overdue salary.
Job Placement and Satisfaction
On the other hand, some reviewers have reported positive experiences with the agency, praising their helpful staff, efficient job placement, and timely payment. Deepak Goyal, Shazia Patankar, Storms, Villegers Vlog, Peter Miranda, and Bevan Micheal all expressed satisfaction with the agency's services.
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