--- title: "People" url: "https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/people" school: "INOVA Multi-Academy Trust" --- # People ## At the heart of INOVA Multi-Academy Trust is a simple belief: when our people thrive, so do the young people we serve. We are committed to a values-led, people-centred culture that empowers every colleague - professionally and personally. Our people are our biggest asset. By nurturing talent, wellbeing and purpose, we create an environment where excellence grows, innovation thrives, and collaboration drives real impact. ### What We Offer Through our people strategy, delivered through our [Institute of Talent](https://inova-multi-academy-trust.schudio.com/institute-of-talent), we focus on: - **Attracting and Retaining Talent** Clear career pathways, innovative recruitment, and a compelling employee value proposition. - **Employee Engagement and Voice** Regular staff surveys, forums, and recognition systems ensure everyone is heard and valued. - **Wellbeing, Inclusion and Belonging** Comprehensive wellbeing support, inclusive practices, and a commitment to equity across the Trust. - **Developing Great Leaders and Teams** Bespoke leadership development from Early Career Teacher (ECT) to executive level, supported by coaching and mentoring. - **Agile Performance & Growth** Forward-focused appraisals and digital portfolios to track development and impact. - **Organisational Design and Collaboration** Cross-functional teams and clear structures that enable innovation and clarity. - **Connection and Culture** Trust-wide events, visible leadership, and strategic communication that align vision with action. ### Measuring Impact We track our success through staff retention, engagement scores, wellbeing metrics, and leadership development outcomes - all aimed at improving the lives of the children we serve. ### Our Strategy - [School Excellence Strategy - At A Glance](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/strategy-on-a-page) - [How We Do Things](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/school-excellence) - [INOVATeach](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/high-quality-inclusive-education) - [Inclusive Education](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/inclusive-education) - [School Improvement](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/school-improvement) - [Quality Assurance](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/quality-assurance-programme) - [Finance & Operations](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/finance-operations) - [People](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/people) - [Safeguarding](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/safeguarding) ![INOVA Multi-Academy Trust](https://files.schudio.com/inova-multi-academy-trust/images/logo/Inova-Logo-white-text-footer.png) ### INOVA Multi-Academy Trust Floor 5 Block 2 Pennine 5 Tenter Street Sheffield S1 4BY 0114 5532840 ### Quick Links - [Careers](https://www.inovamat.org/institute-of-talent/careers) - [Our Team](https://www.inovamat.org/this-is-us/meet-the-team) - [Education](https://www.inovamat.org/our-strategy/high-quality-inclusive-education) - [Policies](https://www.inovamat.org/this-is-us/policies) - [News](https://www.inovamat.org/news) ### Helpful Links - [Home](https://www.inovamat.org/) - [Search](https://www.inovamat.org/search) - [Contact Us](https://www.inovamat.org/contact) ### Translation © Copyright 2025–2026 INOVA Multi-Academy Trust School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://www.inovamat.org/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)