About Us 

Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 4 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life. 

The Role 

We are seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our diverse, dynamic and innovative team in this ongoing opportunity.  

The Talent Acquisition Specialist, within the People & Culture team, is responsible for delivering exceptional high quality recruitment services across the School. Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with People & Culture Partners and Campus Hiring Managers to align with Caulfield Grammar School’s Vision and Purpose.   

The role involves delivering end to end recruitment and supporting leadership duties, offering mentorship to the recruitment team, and ensuring that recruitment efforts are aligned with the School’s objectives. 

Key Duties  

• Partner with Hiring Managers in delivering end to end recruitment assignments as per Recruitment Policy and Procedures  
• Provide advice on recruitment best practice, market trends, sourcing strategies to key client areas 
• Assist the Talent Acquisition Manager in managing day-to-day team operations and ensuring the team meet recruitment goals. 
• Develop and implement innovative and effective recruitment strategies and campaigns, using various channels and platforms, to attract and engage diverse and high-quality talent 
• Ensure effective attraction, recruitment and selection strategies to best support objectives and attract talent in a competitive market  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to ensure a collaborative and efficient recruitment process 
• Manage agency delivery and agency candidates for recruitment assignments
• Participate and contribute to P&C initiatives through involvement in problem solving and creative innovative solutions  
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our talent acquisition function, by identifying opportunities for enhancement.  
• Assist with effective and efficient On-boarding processes and induction, where required  
• Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours.  

Skills and Experience 

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline.   
• Previous experience in end-to-end recruitment, staffing strategies and offer negotiation  
• Leadership and mentoring experience in previous recruitment positions      
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills   
• Experience in using Recruitment and HRIS systems   
• Strong understanding of recruitment strategies, sourcing techniques, and industry trends   
• Leadership and mentoring experience in previous recruitment positions   
• Exceptional stakeholder management across all levels 
• Ability to commute across all metropolitan campuses on a regular basis   
• Hold or willing to obtain an Employment Working With Children Check 

Why Caulfield Grammar School 

Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life. 

For more information about pursuing a career of excellence at Caulfield Grammar School, please visit our Careers Page. 

Our Benefits  

• Competitive base and 12.5% Superannuation 
• Continuous professional development opportunities 
• Access to outstanding facilities and resources with free onsite parking 
• Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Enquiries: Employment@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au