Stephen Hawkes - Caretaker

"I enjoy working for Northumberland County Council as I can take a pride in my school it also allows me to meet a huge variety of people and I always receive praise for a job well done. There are also some caretaker posts which are residential which is a good incentive."

Lorraine Willis - Part time kitchen assistant. Haydon Bridge High

"I am currently taking NVQ 2 in Catering at the Queen Elizabeth High School in Hexham, sponsored by the Facilities Division. I am really enjoying the course and cooking new dishes. I am also finding the theory informative. The whole course is interesting. I am also meeting new people working in similar surroundings and making new friends."

Margaret Hume - Unit Manager. Cramlington Parkside Middle

"Working for the Community Essentials offers good opportunities for career progression and it’s nice to work for a company that values working to a high standard and use quality systems and procedures"

Rob Blackburn - Caretaker

"I enjoy working with the children and the staff to provide a safe and stimulating environment."

Claire Findlay - Unit Manager. Newbrough First

"Not working school holidays are great for mums, especially as pay is equated. Lots of training opportunities, make sure you take them."

Kevin Appleby - Caretaker. Morpeth First

"There are many examples of good team working and lots of opportunities for training and development."

Julie Carruthers - Cleaning supervisor

"There is a very friendly atmosphere at this school and we all work together as a team"

Mark Scott - Street cleaner

I enjoy being outdoors , meeting people and feel a sense of satisfaction when I make the area look cleaner.

C Fyall - Mech sweeper

I enjoy meeting visitors in the villages and seeing the villages clean and tidy after my visits.

R Marshall - Grounds worker

I like the many varied tasks on the grounds team and take pride in seeing the finished results.

M Nevin - Car park attendant

I get to meet a good selection of people while patrolling the area . I enjoy helping the visitors to the town – giving directions and recommending cafes for example .