Head of Talent *Annual Salary: £62,036 - £74,834 per annum
*Location: Based in either Paignton or Plymouth – Hybrid working available
*Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
*Hours Per Week: 37
*Weeks Per Year: 52.14
Join a leading multi-academy trust as the Head of Talent and lead innovative talent strategies that empower our community to thrive. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to shape our talent strategy, driving recruitment, development, and retention initiatives that align with our mission of Transforming Life Chances.
Day-to-day of the role: *Lead the strategic development of talent acquisition, induction, and retention across the Trust.
*Collaborate closely with the Senior Management Team, People Directorate, and Educational Strategy Team to align talent strategies with organisational goals.
*Take charge of professional development within the Trust, working closely with development leads in our schools.
*Influence stakeholders and deliver results through proactive, solution-focused approaches.
*Drive the improvement of educational outcomes through effective talent management and development strategies.
Required Skills & Qualifications: *Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Learning & Development, or a related field.
*Proven experience in talent acquisition and recruitment, ideally within the education sector.
*Significant experience leading a Learning and Development function, including Teacher Training programmes.
*Strong strategic vision with the ability to align talent acquisition strategies with business objectives.
*Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits: *Competitive pay scales that exceed national standards.
*Extensive professional development opportunities, including tailored CPD and leadership programmes.
*Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
*Generous annual leave: 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service.
*Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
*Comprehensive wellbeing support including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
*Cycle to Work Scheme and exclusive discounts on various products and services.
Key Dates: *Advert End Date: 13th December 2024
*Interview Date: 17th December 2024
Next Steps: If you’re ready to take the lead in shaping the future of talent, apply today to join a supportive, forward-thinking environment where your contributions will make a real difference. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy once we find the right candidate.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE, we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates. If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact our recruitment team.
To apply for the Head of Talent position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.