"The team at Blackcat were professional and genuinely interested throughout the recruitment process. I appreciated them being readily available and the team were always available to answer questions and to check in during the process. I valued the personalised approach. Thank you Jacqui and Andrew." Julie Gifkins, St Cuthbert's College to St. George's School.
"Thank you so much BlackCat for the professional manner in which you conducted yourselves during my recent application and appointment to principal at Birkdale Intermediate School. Throughout the process I found Jacqui and the team friendly and approachable. The job description and the appointment process was clearly set out. I felt very well prepared for the interview and the team made me feel very comfortable throughout. Surprisingly, it was an enjoyable experience! The questions reflected the information that was in the application pack and the team ensured that the interview was more of a conversation rather than a standard interview. Following my appointment, Jacqui offered ongoing support and positive feedback. I would recommend BlackCat to any school looking to fill a leadership vacancy." JoAnne Sutton, Birkdale Intermediate School
"Recently I was appointed Principal at my school. My Board of Trustees engaged Blackcat Education to guide them through this important process. The Board of Trustees felt very well supported by Blackcat Education and that the process was personalised to meet their specific needs. They were very appreciative of the professional, close and responsive nature of the consultants.
As an applicant I found Blackcat Education to be extremely responsive and helpful. My queries were replied to promptly. They went the extra mile in taking the time to acknowledge receipt of my application, referees reports had arrived and to let me know what was happening at every stage of the process". Jody, Bailey Road School
“Blackcat Education were responsible for managing the recruitment process for my appointment to the Principals position at Rangitoto College. Jacqui was fantastic at communicating the different stages of the process to me, and I was provided with all relevant information in a timely manner. Advice was freely given and I felt valued throughout the process. Since my appointment, Blackcat have offered ongoing support as a part of their professional and skilled approach.” Patrick at Rangitoto College
“I have worked with Blackcat Education for a number of principal positions and have found them to be very professional and thoughtful in their approach to me as an applicant. They are careful to make sure that I am well prepared for the process and they enable me to reflect and improve my presentation each time. I feel a sense of relief when I realise they are handling the process as I know it will be transparent and respectful. I would recommend them highly to any organisation or individual wishing to use them.” Sarah at Epsom Girls Grammar School
Jacqui and her team at Blackcat Consulting understand what it means to exceed expectations. Their approach to listening and understanding the needs of their clients, gains great respect from both the people they serve and the potential candidates waiting in the wings.
Jacqui and Andrew operate from integrity and grass roots honesty. These qualities radiate warmth and an authentic way in which they do business. They make you feel like you are the most important person in the room, while sharing with you their own experiences and best practice to enable a phenomenal result.
Jacqui and Andrew are my first choice in recruitment consulting. Their professionalism and approach to people are what makes Black Cat Consulting unique and dynamic.
Putting people before ego ensures Blackcat Consulting presents not only the right person for your business, but they very best person who you weren't even expecting!
The most valuable commodity for any business is people. Jacqui and Andrew live this philosophy and the results speak for themselves. Kiri at McAuley High School
"In my dealings with Blackcat Education, I have found them to be very professional and kept my ‘mana’ safe during the process, and the templates to complete for an application were clear to complete.
They were also:
"Over the last three years I have worked with Blackcat Education in the role of Principal appointments and cannot speak highly enough of their professionalism and approach to all aspects of their role. The word professional in my opinion best sums up their ethos / philosophy for their organisation. From the moment they advertise a position through to the appointment of the successful applicant, they are very thorough in all areas. An interview process with a full Board of Trustees can be challenging, yet the environment Blackcat consultants aim to create makes it as comfortable as possible. In summary, I have no hesitation in endorsing and recommending Blackcat Education Consultants as one of the leading HR Education companies currently within New Zealand. They have an experienced and skilled team who are providing the very best educational leaders for our schools throughout the country." Paul McKinley at Mount Albert Grammar School
"Thank you so much BlackCat for the professional manner in which you conducted yourselves during my recent application and appointment to principal at Birkdale Intermediate School. Throughout the process I found Jacqui and the team friendly and approachable. The job description and the appointment process was clearly set out. I felt very well prepared for the interview and the team made me feel very comfortable throughout. Surprisingly, it was an enjoyable experience! The questions reflected the information that was in the application pack and the team ensured that the interview was more of a conversation rather than a standard interview. Following my appointment, Jacqui offered ongoing support and positive feedback. I would recommend BlackCat to any school looking to fill a leadership vacancy." JoAnne Sutton, Birkdale Intermediate School
"Recently I was appointed Principal at my school. My Board of Trustees engaged Blackcat Education to guide them through this important process. The Board of Trustees felt very well supported by Blackcat Education and that the process was personalised to meet their specific needs. They were very appreciative of the professional, close and responsive nature of the consultants.
As an applicant I found Blackcat Education to be extremely responsive and helpful. My queries were replied to promptly. They went the extra mile in taking the time to acknowledge receipt of my application, referees reports had arrived and to let me know what was happening at every stage of the process". Jody, Bailey Road School
“Blackcat Education were responsible for managing the recruitment process for my appointment to the Principals position at Rangitoto College. Jacqui was fantastic at communicating the different stages of the process to me, and I was provided with all relevant information in a timely manner. Advice was freely given and I felt valued throughout the process. Since my appointment, Blackcat have offered ongoing support as a part of their professional and skilled approach.” Patrick at Rangitoto College
“I have worked with Blackcat Education for a number of principal positions and have found them to be very professional and thoughtful in their approach to me as an applicant. They are careful to make sure that I am well prepared for the process and they enable me to reflect and improve my presentation each time. I feel a sense of relief when I realise they are handling the process as I know it will be transparent and respectful. I would recommend them highly to any organisation or individual wishing to use them.” Sarah at Epsom Girls Grammar School
Jacqui and her team at Blackcat Consulting understand what it means to exceed expectations. Their approach to listening and understanding the needs of their clients, gains great respect from both the people they serve and the potential candidates waiting in the wings.
Jacqui and Andrew operate from integrity and grass roots honesty. These qualities radiate warmth and an authentic way in which they do business. They make you feel like you are the most important person in the room, while sharing with you their own experiences and best practice to enable a phenomenal result.
Jacqui and Andrew are my first choice in recruitment consulting. Their professionalism and approach to people are what makes Black Cat Consulting unique and dynamic.
Putting people before ego ensures Blackcat Consulting presents not only the right person for your business, but they very best person who you weren't even expecting!
The most valuable commodity for any business is people. Jacqui and Andrew live this philosophy and the results speak for themselves. Kiri at McAuley High School
"In my dealings with Blackcat Education, I have found them to be very professional and kept my ‘mana’ safe during the process, and the templates to complete for an application were clear to complete.
They were also:
- Incredibly prompt in answering questions.
- Open and honest in all dealings.
- Supportive throughout the process, including on the day of the interview.
- Proactive following the interview, and made it easy to gain a follow up feedback meeting when I was not successful.
"Over the last three years I have worked with Blackcat Education in the role of Principal appointments and cannot speak highly enough of their professionalism and approach to all aspects of their role. The word professional in my opinion best sums up their ethos / philosophy for their organisation. From the moment they advertise a position through to the appointment of the successful applicant, they are very thorough in all areas. An interview process with a full Board of Trustees can be challenging, yet the environment Blackcat consultants aim to create makes it as comfortable as possible. In summary, I have no hesitation in endorsing and recommending Blackcat Education Consultants as one of the leading HR Education companies currently within New Zealand. They have an experienced and skilled team who are providing the very best educational leaders for our schools throughout the country." Paul McKinley at Mount Albert Grammar School