Specialist and Support Recruitment
At Learning Talent, we don’t just recruit - we build the teams that shape lives.
Management Information and Data
Behind every successful education provider is a network of expert teams handling safeguarding, HR, marketing, estates, finance, and more.
These functions are essential to compliance, growth, and delivering a first-class learner experience.
At Learning Talent, we specialise in recruiting skilled support and specialist professionals for ITPs, FE Colleges, and Sixth Form Colleges — individuals who bring deep sector knowledge and operational excellence to the table.
Roles we fill
- Safeguarding Leads and Designated Safeguarding Officers (DSOs)
- HR Managers, People Business Partners, and OD Specialists
- Marketing, Recruitment, and Communications Managers
- Estates and Facilities Managers
- Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Officers
- SEND and Inclusion Coordinators
- Exams Officers and Administrators
- Finance and Payroll Officers
- Learner Support and Welfare Teams
- Governance, Risk and Compliance Officers
What We Assess
Support and specialist roles require sector understanding, compliance focus, and a genuine commitment to learner success.
We look for:
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Deep understanding of sector-specific policies (e.g., KCSIE, Prevent Duty, ESFA funding guidance)
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Experience delivering outstanding internal services in high-pressure environments
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Operational excellence paired with strategic thinking
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Strong safeguarding, GDPR, and regulatory compliance knowledge
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Collaborative, learner-first mindset across all support functions
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The ability to adapt and thrive as sector needs evolve
We don’t just place support staff — we find specialists who will protect your organisation, enhance your learner experience, and drive operational success.
Why Clients Trust Us
We’ve supported senior leadership appointments across a wide range of providers — including those under intervention, undergoing rapid growth, or preparing for Ofsted.
Our process is discreet, efficient, and backed by safer recruitment training. We represent your organisation with integrity and insight.
“Learning Talent found us a Deputy Principal who brought not only experience, but energy, fresh thinking, and a real commitment to our learners. It’s transformed our SLT.”
— Chair, Specialist ITP
Looking for Your Next Role?
We work with ambitious, values-led sector specialists across the UK.
Ready to Recruit?
If you're an ambitious training provider or college looking to attract the right talent -people who understand the mission and bring the resilience, insight and innovation to deliver learner outcomes - we’d love to talk.
Let’s find the people who’ll make the biggest difference to your learners.
Not Your Average Recruiter.
Lived experience in working further education. We don’t just find candidates – we find Learning Talent.
Lived Experience
We were FE practitioners for over 15 years each. We understand the sector, challenges and roles you are looking for.
Exclusive Opportunities
Most of our vacancies wont be found on job boards. Our clients choose us for our experience in assessing learning talent.
Support and Guidance
We offer advice, guidance and the job support to all applicants for 12 months after placement.