Authentic Education is a diverse and supportive community of rapidly improving schools committed to providing high quality teaching and learning in the classroom and beyond. Across the beautiful coastal districts of Dorset, we operate six primary academies, four secondary academies, a specialist sports and performing arts studio school, and two all‑through SEMH specialist academies. We are ambitious for the children and young people we serve, many of whom come from backgrounds of significant disadvantage. We want to see them live our values of courage, innovation and excellence in their daily lives, embracing the opportunities to discover more about themselves and to explore the possibilities our world holds for them.

We are currently seeking a Lead People Partner to provide strategic and operational leadership across the Trust’s People function, ensuring a professional, consistent and high quality approach to all people related activity. The Lead People Partner will work in partnership with leaders at all levels to shape and deliver effective workforce strategies, ensuring that all people practices are aligned to Trust priorities, compliant with policy and legislation, and grounded in our Values in Action (VIA).

The role will lead on complex people matters, supporting leaders to navigate challenge with clarity, confidence and professionalism, while fostering a culture of high expectations, positive intent, collaboration and accountability.

 What We have to Offer:  

A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff. 

A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.  

All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs. 

Strong potential for career progression. 

A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.  

An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.  

A range of Employee benefits including free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers,  free will writing service, and corporate gym membership. 

A competitive pension through The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.