Matt Sheppard (MREC CertRP)

Senior Principal Consultant – Nursery Management

Matt's Bio

Senior Principal Consultant, Matt Sheppard, covers senior assignments within children’s nurseries, with typical assignments ranging from senior management through to director-level positions. In 2022 alone, Matt completed a total of 17 assignments, achieving a 98% candidate interview attendance record. These placements included Nursery Manager, Regional Manager, Head of Nurseries, Director of Operations & Managing Director positions.

Matt has worked for Compass Associates for over seven years and has played a key part in the development of the Healthcare division. He prides himself on delivering a consultative service for both clients and candidates with attention to detail, transparency, and delivery of service to honour repeat business.

His longevity and experience working in his chosen specialist field means that Matt can advise on a solution-driven approach to recruitment. He regularly meets his clients and candidates both virtually and face to face to ensure an in-depth knowledge of his sector space.

Typical assignments include:

  • Nursery Management: Managing Director, Chief of Operations, Operations Director, Regional Operations Director, Senior Nursery Manager, Head of Nurseries

Recent Assignments

  • Managing Director

    National Nursery Organisation

  • Managing Director

    Medium sized Nursery provider

  • Director of Operations

    Charity Nursery Operator

  • Regional Manager

    National Nursery Organisation

  • Nursery Manager

    Small Nursery Provider


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