At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support academies to improve education standards and develop inclusive curricula.
- Company: Join Orchard Hill College Academy Trust, a leader in educational excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and collaboration with local authorities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education and drive positive change for students with SEND.
- Qualifications: Qualified teacher status and significant senior leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 £ per year.
One of three Regional Directors of Education at Orchard Hill College Academy Trust, this post gives strategic oversight of a group of academies and reports to the chief executive. The work centres on supporting Principals to raise standards, developing inclusive curriculum and leadership capacity, and building partnerships with local authorities and health services. The post holder also leads one of the Trust-wide priorities, shared across the three directors. Qualified teacher status and senior SEND leadership are required; visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Provide strategic leadership across a group of academies, supporting and challenging Principals to drive school improvement and outcomes.
- Lead one of the Trust-wide priorities, shared across the three Regional Directors: Integrated Services, Curriculum, Assessment and Transitions, or Outreach.
- Lead the development of inclusive education using data, quality assurance and curriculum innovation.
- Line manage and coach Principals, building leadership capacity and academy development.
- Build strategic partnerships with local authorities, education, health and community partners.
- Drive Trust-wide improvement and transformation with central services and fellow Regional Directors.
What’s required
Qualifications
- Qualified teacher status.
Experience
- Significant senior leadership experience in special education, specialist provision or SEND services.
- Proven record of securing school improvement and outstanding outcomes for children with SEND.
- Experience of leading and developing senior leaders and driving organisational change.
- Using performance, quality assurance and outcomes data to deliver sustainable improvement across schools or academies.
Skills & knowledge
- Extensive knowledge of SEND legislation, safeguarding, school improvement and quality assurance.
- Understanding of inclusive curriculum models, alternative provision and the statutory framework for education.
- Exceptional strategic leadership, communication and partnership skills.
- Ability to influence, support and challenge leaders and translate vision into delivery.
- Collaborative, resilient and values-led, with a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and continuous improvement.
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check.
- Right to work in the UK.
What’s offered
- Pathways for progression within the Trust.
- Pension in the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers' Pension Scheme, with life cover.
- Salary sacrifice schemes for cycles, car leases and home electronics.
- Wellbeing support including counselling, mental health help, an employee assistance programme and free virtual GP appointments.
- Generous leave, flexible working and enhanced parental leave.
- Employee discounts including Blue Light Card, Costco and teacher discounts.
- Season ticket loan.
- Employee referral scheme.
Regional Director of Education in London employer: Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust
Join our dedicated team as a Compliance Officer, where your expertise will play a crucial role in upholding the highest standards of data protection and legal compliance. Our organisation fosters a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth, offering opportunities for training and development while making a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals. Located in a vibrant community, we provide a collaborative environment that values integrity and innovation, ensuring you thrive both personally and professionally.
Contact Details:
Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust Recruitment Team
