Retained Search
The Strategic Edge: Hiring Excellence That Sets You Apart
Your approach to recruiting senior academic leaders directly impacts your market position. Whilst contingency recruitment remains common, retained search offers distinct advantages for forward-thinking schools determined to secure world-class talent.
How it works
chk retained recruitment creates an exclusive partnership between your school and our dedicated search firm. Unlike contingency recruitment—where multiple agencies compete with divided attention—we commit our full resources and expertise solely to your requirements.
Ideal for Key Leadership Positions
Our retained methodology delivers exceptional results for Head Teacher positions, senior academic leadership roles, Heads of Department in specialist subjects, international school start-up teams, and roles requiring specific curriculum expertise.
Key Benefits
- Your vacancy receives our dedicated focus and priority
- Superior candidate quality with in-depth evaluation
- Strategic market intelligence e.g. renumeration benchmarking and competitor analysis
- Comprehensive coverage across global education markets
- Regular progress updates and strategic consultation
- Reduced risk of failed searches or mis-hires in critical positions
- Faster appointment of essential roles
