Gateway Alliance have been inspiring and supporting schools for over 10 years as a leading provider of transformational CPD programmes and networks. Our friendly and approachable team are committed to ensuring that all we do meets the needs of schools. 100% of participants rate our professional learning opportunities as good or excellent.
The combined experience of our team of experts from the education, training and recruitment sectors means that we are now in a position to offer a new nationwide service to schools.
The importance of recruiting high quality leaders with the right expertise, skills and values is the most critical factor in the success of any school.
Our Leadership Recruitment Service is specific to the education Sector as we have a deep understanding of the specific skills, experience and qualities required for leadership roles.
All of our team have had first hand experience working as a Headteacher
In addition, we have access to an extensive network of over 100,000 senior leaders in schools across the UK
Therefore, engaging with us to recruit your next school leader offers several key advantages for your school to ensure that you make a well informed, confident decision.
Our highly experienced team will:
Support you to find and attract high quality school leaders who have the appropriate skills, knowledge and experience and are aligned with the culture of your organisation
Access a wider network of potential candidates which increases the likelihood of finding the best possible match
Streamline the recruitment process by developing an exceptionally well planned campaign that is based on an inspiring vision for your school and the role of the new leader in taking that forward
Manage key aspects of the recruitment process on your behalf, saving valuable time for your school
Provide expertise, guidance and advice throughout the process to both employers and potential candidates
Offer an objective perspective through specialist recruitment support, helping to reduce biases that might influence the selection process. Your consultant ensures that the process is transparent, fair, and consistent
Provide insight into salary trends, competitive packages and other market factors to help schools create attractive offers and ensure they remain competitive in securing the best leaders
Guide you through the entire recruitment process, from defining the role and conducting interviews to negotiating offers and supporting the candidate’s professional development following their transition into the position
Be confidential when recruiting a new leader, particularly if the search is triggered by sensitive circumstances. We can handle this discreetly.
“Making a lasting impact on the education sector, one leader at a time”
However, recruiting school leaders can be challenging due to a number of factors, including:
The growing shortage of qualified and experienced teachers
Competition from other professions
Alignment with school vision
The right educational expertise to support the appointment decision
The reduction in the number of new entrants to ITT was down 20% from 2021/22.
What does our service offer?
The leadership recruitment process typically involves three main stages. Your designated consultant will manage the recruitment process from start to finish to ensure that the most capable and well matched leader is recruited for the role:
Job analysis and role definition – the organisation defines the leadership position’s requirements. Ensure that both the organisational needs and employee capabilities are aligned effectively. It involves understanding the specific skills, experiences and leadership qualities needed. The JD is developed to align with the organisations goals, culture and strategic vision. This step also includes identifying key responsibilities, performance expectations and any specific qualifications or competencies
Sourcing and attracting candidates – active search to attract a diverse pool of candidates who meet the criteria established in the first step. Methods for sourcing candidates include: internal promotions, external job postings, networking, leveraging professional platforms (such as LinkedIn)
Selection and evaluation – Identifying, assessing and selecting the most suitable candidates who have the right qualifications, skills and experience and fit well with the organisations culture and vision. This includes reviewing application forms, conducting interviews, reference checks.
To chat to one of our team about we might be able to support your recruitment needs please click here
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