HOW DID CANDIDEX START? Founded in early 2022, Candidex was established in response to a clear problem - the national ECE teacher shortage. Chris and Wayne recognised that one possible way to help solve this issue would be recruiting teachers from the international market. However, this process is far from simple. Combining a wealth of knowledge from lengthy experience in the recruitment field, Chris and Wayne teamed up to develop a game changing approach to international teacher recruitment. Candidex have designed subscription models with the provider in mind, with options to suit all centre sizes and requirements. ECC MEMBER PILOT PROGRAMME Candidex and the Early Childhood Council have joined forces to run an exclusive member-only pilot programme. ECC members can sample a subscription with Candidex at a reduced cost with special exit criteria. Findings from the pilot will provide INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT FOR PROVIDERS ECC member Su Costa, Operations Manager for Millie’s House Early Learning Centres, is an advocate for the recruitment of international ECE teachers. She says it has “turned our group around, giving us hope for the future” and “an opportunity to start focusing on quality again.” We asked Su a few questions about her experiences: What do you consider the most challenging aspect of international recruitment? It is a time consuming, multi-faceted process and the teachers need your support through it all. That takes time. How might Candidex help to simplify the process? I recruited independently because it was a challenge and I was keen to understand the process and crack that nut. But it is long, frustrating and time consuming. As a smaller provider, I would absolutely use Candidex to manage it, so I can spend my time on curriculum and service provision. What advice would you give to ECE providers contemplating the recruitment of teachers from overseas? Absolutely do it. Chosen well, the teachers are high quality and just what our sector needs. It was absolutely the best decision we made. valuable insight into the New Zealand ECE teacher market and inform the refinement of Candidex services going forward. Candidex are offering generous discounts to ECC members involved in the pilot: ● ESSENTIALS model (1-2 centres); 20-50 participants = 15% discount. ● TAILORED model (2-5 centres); 10-20 participants = 15% discount. ● BESPOKE model (6+ centres); Participation by invite only = 5% discount. KEEN TO JOIN US ON THE PILOT? Registrations are open now to ECC members! We urge you to get in touch if you have concerns about the future of your centre/s due to teacher resourcing or are considering recruitment from the international teacher market. Contact chris@candidex.co.nz today to register your interest or set up an obligation-free meeting. To inquire about joining the ECC as a member, please contact admin@ecc.org.nz. For more information about Candidex, visit their website www.candidex.co.nz. June 2023 { 13 }
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