Strategic Talent Acquisition Lead

5 days ago


Paignton, Torbay, United Kingdom The Thinking Schools Academy Trust Full time

About this role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead our strategic talent acquisition efforts. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to shape our recruitment strategy, driving initiatives that align with our mission of Transforming Life Chances.

As the Talent Acquisition Lead, you will join our Senior Management Team and work closely with both the People Directorate and Educational Strategy Team. Your contributions will shape the entire employee lifecycle, taking the strategic lead on attracting, inducting, developing, and retaining high-quality talent across our Trust.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional development expert to bring their enthusiasm and strong organisational skills to our team. You will be responsible for leading a team and working closely with professional development leads within our schools.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that aligns with the organisation's business objectives.
  • To lead a team responsible for sourcing, selecting, and recruiting top-tier candidates for various roles within the Trust.
  • To work closely with senior leaders to drive talent development and build a strong talent pipeline.
  • To collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless recruitment processes.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • An extensive professional development package, including leadership programmes and tailored CPD opportunities.
  • Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service.
  • Pension scheme membership and wellbeing support.

About Us:

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a leading multi-academy trust with 26 schools across the South of England. Guided by our core values, we are dedicated to transforming the life chances of young people, helping them to set high goals and achieve exceptional outcomes.



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