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Dovetail and Slate

Dovetail & Slate

At Chesterfield College, we are proud to recognise our partnership with Dovetail & Slate, a specialist recruitment and consultancy provider dedicated to supporting the education sector.

This collaboration is designed to help us address the growing challenge of recruiting skilled professionals into hard-to-fill roles across our Engineering provision. With a competitive fee structure, Dovetail & Slate offers exceptional value while delivering high-quality candidates who are aligned with our mission and values.

What This Partnership Means for Chesterfield College
Through this partnership, we gain access to a wide range of consultancy services tailored to the needs of the College, including:

  • Recruitment process audits
  • Hiring manager training
  • Salary and benefits benchmarking
  • Social media support and advert optimisation
  • Employer Value Proposition (EVP) and brand workshops
  • ROI-led campaigns for niche roles

These services help us streamline recruitment, improve onboarding, and enhance retention—ensuring we continue to attract and retain the best talent in education.

Added Value for Our Staff and Students

Beyond recruitment, Dovetail & Slate is committed to being more than just a supplier. Their support extends to our wider college community through initiatives such as:

  • CPD events in HR, Quality, English & Maths, Finance, and more
  • Student and staff sponsorships (up to £500 per year)
  • Free BACH membership for our construction leads
  • Open day marketing support
  • Seminars and workshops on careers, CV writing, and wellbeing topics
  • Sponsorship of student events, course tools, and sports kits
  • Onboarding and marketing collateral
  • LinkedIn masterclasses

These contributions help enrich the experience of both staff and learners, reinforcing our shared commitment to excellence in education.

Working Together for a Stronger Future

Our partnership with Dovetail & Slate reflects Chesterfield College’s proactive approach to building strong, meaningful relationships with external organisations. Together, we are creating a more agile, responsive, and supportive environment for recruitment and professional development – ensuring our college remains a vibrant place to work and learn.

Interested in becoming a partner?