Talent Acquisition Lead

Join to apply for the Talent Acquisition Lead role at London South East Academies TrustJoin to apply for the Talent Acquisition Lead role at London South East Academies TrustAbout the role:Please note this role will commence in September 2025About the RoleWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Talent Acquisition Lead to join our team at London South East Academies Trust (LSEAT). This is a fantastic opportunity to take the helm of our recruitment activities, drive innovative talent strategies, and ensure we attract and secure top-tier talent to support our mission of excellence in education.Key ResponsibilitiesAs the Talent Acquisition Lead, you will:Lead and manage the Talent Acquisition team, ensuring a high standard of service delivery across the Trust.Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job advertising to onboarding, ensuring adherence to safer recruitment practices.Collaborate with hiring managers and stakeholders to design and implement effective recruitment strategies, with a focus on hard-to-fill roles.Organize and attend recruitment events, including fairs and in-house initiatives, to promote the Trust as an employer of choice.Maintain oversight of recruitment data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies, procedures, and equal opportunities monitoring.Innovate and enhance candidate attraction strategies, ensuring the Trust’s branding and benefits package stand out in a competitive market.What We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for a skilled professional with:Proven experience managing recruitment campaigns and leading teams within a fast-paced environment, preferably in the education sector.Expertise in safer recruitment practices, employment law, and equal opportunities monitoring.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.A commitment to providing exceptional customer service and fostering a positive candidate experience.Familiarity with HR/People software solutions and recruitment platforms, coupled with excellent IT and communication skills.About The CompanyLondon South East Academies Trust’s growing network currently comprises thirteen mainstream, special and alternative provision academies, an outreach service and a music hub, located across Bromley, Bexley, Lambeth and Surrey.Our schools are committed to raising attainment, encouraging aspiration and supporting social mobility for every single pupil, throughout their educational journey and beyond. Our holistic, yet personalised approach, enables children to flourish and achieve their full potential, regardless of their background or learning needs.As a Trust, we provide outstanding support and leadership development opportunities for staff across our schools. We encourage the sharing of best practice, together with high-quality, cost-effective central services to ensure success for all.Our Trust sits within London & South East Education Group, which also includes a multi-campus further and higher education college (London South East Colleges) and a charity (LASER Education Foundation). This unique set-up provides excellent progression pathways for our pupils, as well as extensive development opportunities for staff.Our outstanding teams are dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for all. We know that education has the power to change lives – and by adding further expertise and diversity to our thriving Trust, we can provide even more opportunities for our pupils, our schools and our communities.BenefitsOur benefits package includes annual leave of 27 days(excluding bank holidays), plus a further threedays over the Christmas break. We provide up to two more additionalCollege closure days throughout the year and also offer leave for volunteering.Excellent pension schemes are offered, including employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Other benefits include:Access to our Employee Assistance ProgrammeFree onsite parkingCycle to work/bike loan schemeAnnual season ticket loanAccess to our onsite gym at LSEC Bromley, discounts in our in-house restaurants and on our hair and beauty treatmentsEqual OpportunitiesLondon South East Academies Trust is fully-committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer, and creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status and/or marital/partnership status.As a Disability Confident – Committed employer, we will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meet the minimum job role criteria.If you have accessibility needs and/or require any adjustments for the application and interview process, please let us know.If a suitable applicant applies, we may close the advert sooner than the closing date.If you have any specific enquires about the role, please email us the Trust supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the Trust. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. 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Created: 2025-08-29