Head of Education (Maternity Cover)

Head of Education (Maternity Cover)

Full-Time 69345 - 69345 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
ROYAL TOWN PLANNING INSTITUTE

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Oversee education functions and manage multiple projects within budget.
  • Company: The Royal Town Planning Institute champions planning for thriving communities with over 27,000 members worldwide.
  • Benefits: Full-time maternity cover contract until 10 September 2027 with a salary of £69,345 per annum.
  • Other info: This role is based in London with a blend of home and office working.
  • Why this job: Lead the education team in a senior role at a prestigious professional institute.
  • Qualifications: Experience in higher education provision and managing budgets is essential.

The predicted salary is between 69345 - 69345 £ per year.

London Office, with a blend of home and office-based working

Maternity cover contract until 10 September 2027

Full time £69,345 per annum

At the Royal Town Planning Institute (the RTPI), we champion the value of planning in building thriving places and communities. With over 27,000 members worldwide, we support planners at every stage of their career: raising professional standards, shaping planning policy, and proudly awarding chartered status, the highest professional accreditation in UK planning. For over a century, we have empowered planners to deliver positive impact: creating healthy, inclusive, economically and environmentally sustainable places. As the voice of the profession, we advocate, support, and lead with purpose, professionalism, and passion.

Role Overview

We are looking to recruit a Head of Education to cover a period of maternity leave, on a fixed‑term contract. This senior role will suit an applicant with excellent understanding of higher education provision and professional and vocational education training, a good understanding of a professional institute, and experience of line and project management.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the RTPI’s education functions and lead and motivate the education team.
  • Support the Director of Careers, Education and Planning Aid England across the education remit and collaborate with other teams within the RTPI.
  • Act as lead officer for the RTPI’s Education and Lifelong Learning Committee and advocate for the RTPI’s education work internally and externally.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on education strategy within budget.

Qualifications

  • Experience of successful multi‑agency and partnership working.
  • Experience of managing budgets successfully.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Knowledge of UK planning systems is particularly helpful.

The RTPI has a positive, supportive and inclusive work environment that actively operates a policy of helping its employees at all levels to achieve professional growth. We seek to foster a collaborative and respectful work environment that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Head of Education (Maternity Cover) employer: ROYAL TOWN PLANNING INSTITUTE

Join the RTPI in London, where you will support planners in achieving professional growth. Enjoy a positive work environment that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion while earning a competitive salary.

ROYAL TOWN PLANNING INSTITUTE

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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Education (Maternity Cover)

Understanding of Higher Education Provision
Professional and Vocational Education Training
Line Management
Project Management
Team Leadership
Budget Management
Communication Skills