Kate Field

Senior Business Consultant

Meet Kate, our Senior Business Consultant at Gilbert Meher! 

🌱 With four years of experience in Education recruitment, she’s passionate about connecting the Education community and making a difference. 

🎓 As a Cambridge University graduate with a degree in Education and Psychology, Kate’s academic focus centred on how best to support young people with Autism Spectrum Condition within Mainstream Education. Her research focused on exploring creative approaches that schools could implement to cultivate a more inclusive environment for these students.

📚 This dedication to education led her to discover her passion for recruitment, where she initially specialised in Primary Education. Quickly advancing to a management role, Kate led a team of consultants in the Specialist Education sector, helping schools find top-tier talent.  

Now, she is eager to use her expertise to connect the best professionals with the organisations that need them! 

🐾 Originally from Sheffield, Kate is a true outdoor enthusiast! You can often find her exploring the beautiful Peak District with her adorable Golden Retriever pup by her side. On weekends, she can be found running, baking, window shopping, or on a quest to discover the ultimate roast dinner in Leeds.

Latest jobs

Children's Registered Home Manager
Shrewsbury, West Midlands
Social Care (Permanent)
£45000 - £60000 per annum

Children's Registered Home Manager - Shrewsbury Are you an experienced, compassionate leader ready to make a real difference in young lives? We're looking for a Registered Home Manager for a 4-bed home specialising in Emotional and Behavioral Diff...

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Deputy Headteacher
Lancashire, North West
Specialist Education (Permanent)
£45000 - £55000 per annum

Deputy HeadteacherSalary: Up to £55,000 (Dependent on experience)Location: LancashireContract: Full-time, PermanentAge Range: 8-17 yearsProvision: Specialist Setting - SEMH, AutismAre you an experienced and compassionate leader with a strong backg...

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Headteacher
Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
Specialist Education (Permanent)
£75000 - £85000 per annum

Headteacher (ASC, SEMH Provision) - NottinghamshireAre you an experienced leader with a passion for ensuring all students with complex needs experience an engaging and inclusive education?We are looking for an experienced Headteacher at a well-res...

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Children's Registered Managers
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Social Care (Permanent)
Competitive

Children's Registered Manager (Level 5 Required)Location: LincolnshireSalary: Competitive, based on exerienceContract: Full-time, Permanent Are you passionate, dedicted leader with experience leading children's residential homes?We are collaborati...

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SEMH Headteacher
Bristol, South West
Specialist Education (Permanent)
£80000 - £85000 per annum

Headteacher Salary: Up to 85k per annum depending on experienceLocation: BristolContract: Permanent Are you a passionate, experienced leader in a SEMH environment?We are currently looking for an experienced Head Teacher to take on a new challenge ...

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Interim Children's Home Manager
Midlands, England
Social Care (Temporary)
£400 - £500 per day

Interim Children's Home Manager (Midlands)Are you a dynamic and compassionate leader, with a passion for shaping young lives?We have an exciting interim role for a Children's Home Manager in the Midlands area, perfect for someone who thrives in a ...

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Operations Manager - Children's Residential Services
Lancashire, North West
Social Care (Permanent)
£80000 - £90000 per annum

Operations Manager – Children’s Residential Homes We are seeking a proactive and experienced Operations Manager to provide strategic and operational oversight across three well-established children’s homes in and around Lancashire. This is an exci...

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Headteacher - Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire, Lincolnshire
Specialist Education (Permanent)
£70000 - £75000 per annum

Headteacher Opportunity – Lead a Brand-New Specialist School in Lincolnshire!Are you a passionate and visionary leader ready to take on your next exciting challenge? We are looking for an exceptional Headteacher to launch and shape a brand-new spe...

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Headteacher - Small Specialist Provision
Bristol, South West
Specialist Education (Permanent)
£60000 - £65000 per annum

Headteacher OpportunityAre you an experienced Headteacher looking for a new challenge in a small SEMH specialist setting?We are working with a newly opened independent day school, part of a highly reputable and growing organisation, seeking an exp...

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Director of Quality
North West England, North West
Specialist Education (Permanent)
£70000 - £75000 per annum

Director of Quality Location: North West EnglandSalary: £70k (+Bonus scheme)We are currently working with a specialist provider, committed to delivering an outstanding education for children and young adults with Special Educational Needs. With tw...

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Testimonials

Alistair Hannah-Briggs

Recently Placed Business Development Manager I found Jorden to be professional, supportive and approachable at all times. She provided great preparation for the interview and in helping me to research the company effectively.

Ken Ngwang

Service Manager Matt rose to the challenge. Not only matching me to the right job but also the right location. Always there to guide and reassure me through the process. Fantastic guy to work with.

Cristina Louzadi

Home Manager Eddy has been very supportive and professional during our collaboration. He has believed in me and gave me the opportunity of a lifetime. Thank you to Eddy for all that he has done for me and for making the recruitment and interview process easy and stress-free. 

Shazia Sarwar-Azim

Recently place Headteacher Jorden is excellent at finding you the perfect job and supporting you through the interview process. A very friendly approach that promotes good relationships and trust.

Manuel Krispin

Recently placed VP Molecular Sciences at Foundation Medicine Throughout the process, Emily was thorough and followed up in a timely manner. I was impressed with the attention to detail, communication skills and frequency of communication.

Kathy Davies

Recently Placed Hospital Director Dan has been fantastic. His communication was something that I found really helpful, he kept me up to date with how the role was being managed.

Kate Stephens

Registered Manager at BUPA I was really pleasantly surprised by Craig's helpful communication and re-assurances throughout the recruitment process that I've recently experienced. His endearing nature was very helpful as was his advice at each step of the process.

Nicola Grinton

Home Manager You supported me when I wasn’t sure but you were not “pushy” in any way. Corrie, you have supported me all the way through the process and I am very greatful for all your support and your phone call at the end of the week to see how I am settling in was very thoughtful.

Lorna Cross

Corrie is tenacious, hard working and dedicated to you, as a person, as an individual. He actively listens and immediately acts in your best interest. He does not waste your time and his interpersonal skills are second to none.

Priscilla Masvipurwa

Hospital Director Amazing work ethic and full commitment in client relations. Dan supported me to get my dream job and continues to support my journey. I am very privileged to have Dan in my network. Highly recommended!

Charlotte Thorpe

Registered Nurse I would like to thank you once again for all your hard work and support overall, I feel that Gilbert Meher has provided an excellent service.

Steve Bromley

Director of Children's Services Joe and everybody I dealt with at Gilbert Meher were transparent, professional, and reliable. With Joe I got appropriate roles to look at, conversations with employers were set up quickly and Joe was brilliant before, during, and after the whole process.

Maxine Cope

Care Manager It was a pleasure working with Craig, who assisted me every step of the way to ensure I was successful in my latest employment, Craig was very professional with excellent communication throughout and guidance on expectations during the interview procedures.

Connie Haworth

Executive Director Craig was so professional and helpful in my search for a new position. I enjoyed working with him very much. At first, I was a little concerned about the time difference between my location and the UK, but Craig always made it work.