References

Blue Skies Education Team

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We aim to process all reference requests promptly, with a typical turnaround time of 3–5 working days.

(Please be aware any references sent to a member of staff and not directly to this email may not be answered) 

Lana Wood

Lana Wood

Compliance Team Leader

I joined Education World in September 2019 as Compliance Officer, working on the clearance of our Teachers, TAs and Support Staff. I began my career in recruitment in the industrial and commercial sector while obtaining my Level 2 NVQ in Business Administration. After completing my apprenticeship in 2017, I moved into education recruitment where I started working in compliance.

Since joining Education World, I have watched our company grow from strength to strength. It’s a real privilege to be part of such a dedicated and hardworking team, committed to finding the right partnerships for our staff and schools. 

In 2024, I was thrilled to be promoted to Compliance Team Leader, now looking after compliance for our Education and Industrial sectors. I am so pleased to be working with both of these teams, ensuring compliance is at the highest standard and our processes within our organisation are streamlined. 

Jemma Yoxall

Jemma Yoxall

Compliance Officer

Hiya, I'm Jem. I joined Education World as a Compliance Officer after working as a Principal Recruitment Consultant for nearly 3 years supporting multiple clients across SEN, PRI and EYFS sectors. Coming from a recruitment role has given me the ability to merge into the Compliance team here at Education World without a hiccup and I am thrilled to be an integral part of a candidates journey and support them in being cleared for work so our consultants can place them with one of our brilliant schools across the UK. I look forward to clearing you for your first day!
Chris Lockhart

Chris Lockhart

Recruitment Coordinator

As a former Primary Teacher and Compliance Officer, I bring both classroom insight and a keen eye for detail to my role as Recruitment Coordinator at Education World. I know what makes a great teacher: passion, resilience, and a good sense of humour, because I’ve been there myself.
I work with both UK-based and overseas candidates, offering friendly, tailored support from our first chat right through to aftercare once you’re settled into your new role. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next challenge, I’m here to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
And if you’re ever looking to break the ice, I’m a big Newcastle United fan, so I’m always up for a bit of football chat.

I joined Education World in September 2019 as Compliance Officer, working on the clearance of our Teachers, TAs and Support Staff. I began my career in recruitment in the industrial and commercial sector while obtaining my Level 2 NVQ in Business Administration. After completing my apprenticeship in 2017, I moved into education recruitment where I started working in compliance.

Since joining Education World, I have watched our company grow from strength to strength. It’s a real privilege to be part of such a dedicated and hardworking team, committed to finding the right partnerships for our staff and schools. 

In 2024, I was thrilled to be promoted to Compliance Team Leader, now looking after compliance for our Education and Industrial sectors. I am so pleased to be working with both of these teams, ensuring compliance is at the highest standard and our processes within our organisation are streamlined. 

Hiya, I'm Jem. I joined Education World as a Compliance Officer after working as a Principal Recruitment Consultant for nearly 3 years supporting multiple clients across SEN, PRI and EYFS sectors. Coming from a recruitment role has given me the ability to merge into the Compliance team here at Education World without a hiccup and I am thrilled to be an integral part of a candidates journey and support them in being cleared for work so our consultants can place them with one of our brilliant schools across the UK. I look forward to clearing you for your first day!
As a former Primary Teacher and Compliance Officer, I bring both classroom insight and a keen eye for detail to my role as Recruitment Coordinator at Education World. I know what makes a great teacher: passion, resilience, and a good sense of humour, because I’ve been there myself.
I work with both UK-based and overseas candidates, offering friendly, tailored support from our first chat right through to aftercare once you’re settled into your new role. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next challenge, I’m here to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
And if you’re ever looking to break the ice, I’m a big Newcastle United fan, so I’m always up for a bit of football chat.