About Essential Employment

Founded in 2006 by Verity Howson and Bethany Fuller, Essential Employment is a leading independent recruitment agency specialising in permanent, contract, and temporary staffing, with a strong focus on serving the public sector.

At Essential, our mission is simple: to connect talented professionals with outstanding job opportunities. Whether you are seeking a permanent position, a temporary role, or you are a business aiming to enhance its recruitment strategy, our team of skilled and experienced REC qualified professionals are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
We are proud to partner with a diverse range of clients, from national market leaders to small and medium-sized enterprises, all of whom trust Essential Employment to source top-quality permanent, contract, temporary, and interim staff.

In today’s competitive job market, securing exceptional talent is a challenge faced by businesses across all industries.

At Essential Employment, we meet this challenge head-on by anticipating and adapting to the unique needs of our clients. We not only deliver outstanding talent but also ensure our candidates benefit from a premium, fully compliant recruitment service that aligns with their
career aspirations.

What distinguishes us is our unwavering commitment to both clients and candidates. We know that successful recruitment goes beyond merely matching skills to job descriptions — it’s about fostering long-term success through strategic partnerships and personalised service. Our ability to identify the best talent, while upholding rigorous compliance standards, ensures we deliver genuine value with every hire.

Whether you’re a client in search of a reliable staffing partner or a candidate seeking your next career move, Essential Employment is here to guide you. With a steadfast focus on excellence, integrity, and innovation, we are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes at every turn.

We adhere fully to the standards set by our governing body, the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and have proudly achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification in quality management. Our commitment to excellence has also earned us nominations for numerous business awards.

Our recent partnership with Jobsaware shows our commitment to running a compliant and transparent recruitment service.

As an owner-led business, both of our directors are actively involved in the day-to-day operations, ensuring a personal commitment to delivering exceptional service to both our clients and candidates.

Also, each member of the recruitment team has passed their REC Level 3 Certificate in Recruitment Practice, the industry standard certification.

We continuously review and refine our services, ensuring our recruiters remain up-to-date and compliant with the latest developments in recruitment and employment law through tailored CPD programmes.

Our goal is to provide clients with complete confidence in our ability to recruit for and represent their business with the utmost professionalism and a commitment to ensuring responsible and ethical recruitment.

Meet the team

Verity Howson

Managing Director

Verity serves as the most senior recruiter and lead Director in the business, bringing over 20 years of experience in both temporary and permanent recruitment. She began her career in IT recruitment before transitioning to government contracts, sparking her lifelong passion for Public Sector recruitment.

Verity founded Essential Employment in 2006, identifying a need in the market for a more personalised approach to recruitment. Eighteen years later, Essential Employment continues to deliver this people-focused service with a nationwide reach, working with local authorities, fire services, police, central government, charities and housing associations across the country.

In addition to managing the business with her sister, Verity enjoys spending quality time with friends and family and exploring the world through travel.

Arronjay Fuller

Operations Manager

Bethany’s husband, Arronjay, oversees the payroll and finance operations of the business, ensuring the smooth daily management of temporary worker payroll and back-office functions. Previously a recruiter, Arronjay transitioned to the operational side following years of sustained business growth. Since 2009, he has gained over 15 years of expertise in payroll, making him an excellent resource for any finance-related questions.

A dedicated football fan and passionate community supporter, Arronjay volunteers at a thriving local youth club and is often found helping out on Saturday mornings with his two sons.

Bethany Fuller

Director

Bethany started in the recruitment industry after she was inspired by her sister and after her first role in recruitment they both co-founded Essential Employment together.

With over 19 years of recruitment experience, Bethany is deeply passionate about helping people succeed and grow. In addition to her role as a recruiter, she serves as the company’s main internal auditor, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations by coordinating with all key clients.

Bethany also enjoys traveling, planning vacations, and dedicating time to her sons.

Kirsty Meers

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Kirsty has been with Essential Employment since 2007, bringing extensive experience in temporary staffing. Having worked on multiple national contracts, she has developed a strong dedication to both her clients and candidates, treating each day as a personal mission to help as many people as possible.

Kirsty is devoted to her family and has a passion for travel. When not in airport lounges, she enjoys quality time with her children, family, and friends.

Work for us

If you’re interested in the dynamic world of recruitment or you’re an experienced recruiter seeking your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Our team is enthusiastic and always eager to connect with like-minded individuals. 

Alternatively, feel free to upload your CV directly to our recruitment team.

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