Taking the Next Step: A Guide for Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
The April holiday is the best time to step away from the classroom and think about your future as an Early Career Teacher. Whether you are coming to the end of your training or looking for your first permanent post, here is how to get started. 1. Research the school culture It’s tempting to apply […]
Why More UK Companies Are Hiring HR Employee Relations (ER) Specialists
In the past, many businesses managed perfectly well with a general HR team. However, as the UK’s working landscape becomes more complex, many larger organisations are finding that they need a specialist to handle the “human” side of the law and workplace culture. Here is why the Employee Relations (ER) Specialist has moved from a […]
Hospitality and catering recruitment firm spreads Easter cheer to local foodbank
A specialist hospitality and catering recruitment firm has helped bring smiles to local children this Easter by donating over 200 chocolate Easter eggs to the city’s foodbank. It’s the third consecutive year that kind-hearted staff from Worcester-based Pineapple Recruitment have donated the chocolate eggs to Worcester Foodbank to help hundreds of families have a happier […]
Find Your Perfect Bar Job in the UK
Are you looking for a job that’s fast-paced, social, and never boring? Whether you’re a seasoned Mixologist or looking for your very first Bar Staff role, the UK hospitality scene is buzzing with opportunities. At Pineapple Recruitment, we connect energetic people with the best Bartender and Front of House roles in the business, from cozy […]
Exams Officer Careers: Role Duties and Pay Scales
The role of the Exams Officer in the UK has undergone a significant transformation. Once viewed as a seasonal administrative task, it is now a year-round, high-stakes management position. With the introduction of digital-first assessments and increasingly complex JCQ (Joint Council for Qualifications) regulations, the “Exams Office” is now the central hub of school operations. […]
Recruitment firm adds expertise to new HR and Finance division
A leading recruitment firm has expanded its recently launched HR and Finance division with the appointment of a specialist recruitment consultant. Pineapple Recruitment has appointed expert recruiter Lauren McGorrigan to the new consultant role. With over 10 years’ experience, Lauren will work closely with divisional lead Joanna Pennell to help expand the division nationally as […]
Calling All Financial Accountants: Is Your CV Ready for 2026?
The job of a Financial Accountant has changed fast. If you are using the same CV you had a few years ago, you might be missing out on the best roles. In 2026, companies aren’t just looking for someone to “do the books.” They want a tech-savvy partner who can help the business grow. Here’s […]
The Rise of the 4-Day Week: Finding Permanent Head Chef Jobs in Fine Dining for 2026
If you had asked a Head Chef ten years ago to work a four-day work week, they would have laughed. In fine dining, the “badge of honour” was often the 70-hour grind. However, as we approach 2026, the industry is awakening to permanent Head Chef jobs. For senior culinary leaders, this isn’t about working less; […]
Hospitality Management Careers 2026: How to Land Permanent Operations Roles with £50k+ Salaries and Benefits
The job market for hospitality managers is changing. In 2026, companies are willing to pay high salaries for Permanent Operations Roles (£50,000 and above), but they expect more than just experience. They want managers to grow the business and maximise profitability. If you want permanent operations roles with a high salary, you need to show […]
Pineapple Recruitment launches new Finance and HR recruitment arm
A leading specialist recruitment firm has expanded its services through the launch of a dedicated Finance and HR recruitment division. Pineapple Recruitment has unveiled its new division which will focus on providing the best professionals for full-time and interim roles, including finance directors, HR leaders, business partners, senior and junior accountants and payroll specialists. The […]