Bluecross Locums pass the new audit scheme for the recruitment industry

In its drive to recognise and reward high achievers the Recruitment and Employment Confederation has pioneered the first audit scheme for the recruitment industry. By passing REC audited Bluecross Locums, based in Barkingside can now prove that they operate to the highest possible standards.



Hundreds of job seekers and human resources professionals use recruitment services every day and they should have a guaranteed measure of quality. REC advises jobseekers and purchasers of recruitment solutions to look for the REC audited logo.

Speaking about the scheme Gareth Osborne, Managing Director, REC says, Congratulations to Bluecross Locums they have set a high standard and are a fantastic example to other recruitment agencies. Bluecross Locums have demonstrated that they commit to best practice and can prove it.

Commenting on their success, Suresh Pithiya, Director, Blue Cross Locums says, Firstly a huge thank you to all the staff, who without, this award would not have been achieved. Through hard work, dedication and pride we have achieved audited status with the REC. Bluecross Locums was formed from the beginning with very high standards in mind across all areas of our business, and REC Audited success is a huge step in the right direction.

Being a new agency, we have shown that a smaller agency can offer an exceptional standard of service to our clients and candidates, whilst being at a competitive level! Becoming the first medical locum agency to pass the REC Audited scheme, we have shown the commitment to high standards and have set the foundations for the future growth of our business.

The REC audit will compliment the DTIs inspectorate. But with 11 inspectors and 14,000 outlets, chances of being inspected are slight. The REC audit is made up of 125 auditable criteria to ensure compliance with EAA 1973 and Conduct Regulations of 2003, as well as REC Code of Good Recruitment practice. The audit examines a vast range of areas including: policy and certification requirements, work seeker registration, terms of engagement for temporary employees, payment to and from the worker.