Recruitment & Professional Development Lead
Top Benefits
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Recruitment and Professional Development Lead to play a pivotal role in talent acquisition and retention, attracting and developing a high calibre of staff across all areas of the School.
Description The School requires from January 2026: Recruitment & Professional Development Lead Salary: £45,330pa -£53,572pa All year-round position 35 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club Lunch without charge in term time Excellent benefits & CPD We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Recruitment and Professional Development Lead to play a pivotal role in talent acquisition and retention, attracting and developing a high calibre of staff across all areas of the School. This post holder will lead the creation of an innovative recruitment strategy, including its design and delivery, to ensure that New Hall continues to be an employer of choice within the independent education sector.
New Hall School offers an exceptional working environment, set in a stunning Grade I listed building that is the former Tudor palace of Beaulieu. With a staff of around 300, New Hall is a warm, welcoming and supportive community. A new London rail station will open in 2025, at New Hall’s front gate: Stratford, 26 minutes; London Liverpool Street, 34 minutes.
Application closing date: midday, Thursday 30 October 2025 JOB ID: NH0632 New Hall is committed to safeguarding students. There will be an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.
About Independent Schools Association (ISA)
We work with Heads from 674 of the best-accredited schools across the UK and beyond to: • provide information and advice (from HQ and Area Co-ordinators) • promote support networks and fellowship regionally, nationally and internationally • provide enrichment opportunities for pupils in Area and National Competitions for Sport, Drama and Art • arrange high-quality conferences and professional development courses to foster excellence in education • promote initiatives and provide access to a wide range of member services /resources • influence educational debate and promote independence and choice
ISA schools/colleges value innovation and inspiration, building on the best traditions to promote integrity, high standards, industry and responsibility. We value the diversity of our schools which cover the complete age range and vary in size and nature, from early years to senior, boarding and day, all-through schools, co-educational and single gender, and specialist schools in the arts and music.
All ISA schools/colleges share a desire to meet fully the needs of the young people in their care, treating everyone as individuals and providing a high-quality and personalised education. They encourage pupils to make the most of their talents, building confidence through academic achievement and offering a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.
ISA exists for its Members, recognising that high quality support is essential if Heads are to run successful schools. Please do contact us at any time.
Recruitment & Professional Development Lead
Top Benefits
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Recruitment and Professional Development Lead to play a pivotal role in talent acquisition and retention, attracting and developing a high calibre of staff across all areas of the School.
Description The School requires from January 2026: Recruitment & Professional Development Lead Salary: £45,330pa -£53,572pa All year-round position 35 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club Lunch without charge in term time Excellent benefits & CPD We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Recruitment and Professional Development Lead to play a pivotal role in talent acquisition and retention, attracting and developing a high calibre of staff across all areas of the School. This post holder will lead the creation of an innovative recruitment strategy, including its design and delivery, to ensure that New Hall continues to be an employer of choice within the independent education sector.
New Hall School offers an exceptional working environment, set in a stunning Grade I listed building that is the former Tudor palace of Beaulieu. With a staff of around 300, New Hall is a warm, welcoming and supportive community. A new London rail station will open in 2025, at New Hall’s front gate: Stratford, 26 minutes; London Liverpool Street, 34 minutes.
Application closing date: midday, Thursday 30 October 2025 JOB ID: NH0632 New Hall is committed to safeguarding students. There will be an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.
About Independent Schools Association (ISA)
We work with Heads from 674 of the best-accredited schools across the UK and beyond to: • provide information and advice (from HQ and Area Co-ordinators) • promote support networks and fellowship regionally, nationally and internationally • provide enrichment opportunities for pupils in Area and National Competitions for Sport, Drama and Art • arrange high-quality conferences and professional development courses to foster excellence in education • promote initiatives and provide access to a wide range of member services /resources • influence educational debate and promote independence and choice
ISA schools/colleges value innovation and inspiration, building on the best traditions to promote integrity, high standards, industry and responsibility. We value the diversity of our schools which cover the complete age range and vary in size and nature, from early years to senior, boarding and day, all-through schools, co-educational and single gender, and specialist schools in the arts and music.
All ISA schools/colleges share a desire to meet fully the needs of the young people in their care, treating everyone as individuals and providing a high-quality and personalised education. They encourage pupils to make the most of their talents, building confidence through academic achievement and offering a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.
ISA exists for its Members, recognising that high quality support is essential if Heads are to run successful schools. Please do contact us at any time.