Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Braintree
Established in 1994, CSS People has built a reputation as a trusted recruitment agency dedicated to connecting businesses with skilled professionals across diverse industries. Our family-run ethos ensures a personal approach, with over 60 full-time staff operating from offices in Braintree, London, Suffolk, and Norfolk. We specialise in contract and permanent recruitment for sectors including construction, industrial, professional, and agricultural fields, underpinned by five core values: integrity, expert knowledge, attention to detail, value for people, and approachability. Our department heads bring sector-specific expertise, having worked in their respective industries before transitioning to recruitment.We prioritise long-term relationships over transactional interactions, conducting rigorous background checks and tailoring solutions to align with both client requirements and candidate aspirations. With a focus on ethical practices, we refuse to recommend mismatches, ensuring placements benefit all parties involved. Our training division offers flexible, accredited courses to enhance workforce capabilities, while our CSS PPE & Workwear service supports workplace safety. Celebrating 30 years in business, we maintain the family-driven mentality that defined our founding, combining local market understanding with national reach to serve businesses from start-ups to household names.
Services
Contract Recruitment
Permanent Recruitment
Workplace Training
PPE Supply
Safety Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 30 years of recruitment expertise across 8 specialist industries
- Family-run business with 60+ dedicated recruitment professionals
- Ethical matching process prioritising long-term placements
- Flexible training solutions delivered at 4 regional centres
- Integrated PPE supply and safety compliance support
What people say
Reliable temporary labour supply
Quick response times
Professional approach
Hardworking teams
Effective training organisation
Services
Contract Recruitment
We provide skilled temporary workers for short-term projects, seasonal peaks, or specialist roles. Our rigorous vetting process ensures candidates match your specific requirements, with industry experts managing placements across construction, industrial, and professional sectors. Clients benefit from flexible resourcing solutions that maintain operational continuity without compromising on quality or safety standards.
Permanent Recruitment
Our tailored executive search service identifies long-term talent aligned with your company's culture and strategic goals. Sector specialists leverage deep industry networks to source candidates with proven track records. We conduct comprehensive assessments to ensure cultural fit while providing ongoing support through the transition period, minimising hiring risks for leadership and specialist roles.
Workplace Training
We deliver accredited training programmes covering safety protocols, leadership development, and technical skills. Flexible delivery options include weekend sessions, on-site training, and modular courses at our Braintree, London, Suffolk, and Norfolk centres. Programmes are designed to enhance workforce capability while addressing specific industry compliance requirements and mental health awareness.
PPE Supply
Our CSS PPE & Workwear division provides compliant safety gear including high-visibility clothing, protective footwear, and head protection. We ensure all equipment meets current safety regulations while maintaining professional appearance standards. This service integrates with our recruitment solutions to guarantee candidates arrive equipped with appropriate protective gear for specific work environments.
Safety Compliance
We support businesses in maintaining workplace safety standards through trained personnel and equipment provision. Our services include safety audits, compliance documentation, and ongoing training to address evolving health and safety regulations. This proactive approach helps organisations reduce workplace incidents and maintain regulatory compliance across high-risk industries.
People
William Gleeson
Founder
Established CSS People in 1994 with a vision to transform recruitment through ethical practices. His leadership instilled core values that continue guiding the company's approach to client and candidate relationships across multiple industries.
Collette Gleeson
Senior Management
Supports strategic operations as part of the family leadership team. Her involvement ensures continuity of the company's founding principles while adapting to evolving recruitment industry demands.
Linda Gleeson
Senior Management
Contributes to executive decision-making with focus on maintaining the family-run business ethos. Her leadership helps balance growth objectives with the company's core values.
Stephen Gleeson
Senior Management
Part of the family leadership team driving operational excellence. His role ensures consistent application of CSS People's five core values across all recruitment services.
Rebecca Gleeson
Senior Management
Supports strategic growth initiatives while preserving the company's ethical foundation. Her leadership helps maintain the balance between commercial success and client-focused service delivery.
Questions
What industries does CSS People specialise in?
We specialise in construction, industrial, professional, driving, airport, agricultural, and office recruitment sectors, with department heads possessing direct industry experience in these fields.
How does CSS ensure quality placements?
Our rigorous vetting process includes background checks, skills assessments, and cultural fit evaluations conducted by industry-specialist recruiters with prior sector experience.
Do you offer nationwide recruitment services?
Yes, while headquartered in Braintree, we operate nationally with additional offices in London, Suffolk, and Norfolk, supporting clients across the UK.
What training options are available?
We offer flexible training solutions including weekend sessions, modular courses, and on-site delivery at our four regional training centres specialising in safety and skills development.
How quickly can you fill urgent vacancies?
Our established candidate network enables rapid response to urgent requirements, with many clients receiving suitable candidates within 24-48 hours of initial contact.
Do you provide workplace safety equipment?
Yes, our CSS PPE & Workwear service supplies compliant safety gear including high-visibility clothing, protective footwear, and head protection to meet industry standards.
