INTERNAL - Corporate Director of Education

Salary: JNC Chief Officers (£90,605 - £99,458 per annum) - 37 hours per week

Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures

Are you an inspirational leader passionate about making a real difference in public services as part of the Council's Corporate Leadership Team?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Director of Education, you will lead and shape the future of our education services. Overseeing continuous improvement across the board, encouraging the development of class-leading practice in teaching and learning, greater effectiveness in operations and estates, and an absolute focus on children at the heart of all we do.

We are seeking to appoint a motivated, experienced individual, with an unshakeable commitment to the improvement of outcomes for all.

The crucial importance to children of schools, play, social growth and education is clearer than ever before. In Blaenau Gwent, we have long understood its critical place in the development of thriving, fulfilled and happy young people. We have worked hard in the past decade to establish a resilient culture of aspiration, accountability and high expectations, and this role offers exceptional professionals a rare opportunity to build on a very strong legacy and take up a key corporate leadership role for the Council.

Education is a key priority for the Council with 25 schools and a budget of £74m, we want to appoint a motivated, experienced individual, with an unshakeable commitment to the improvement of outcomes for all. You will oversee continuous improvement across the board, encouraging the development of class-leading practice in teaching and learning, greater effectiveness in operations and estates, and an absolute focus on children at the heart of all we do.

Candidates will bring personal expertise, credibility with the full range of stakeholders, and a clear vision of how to realise the full potential of our education service and lead corporately for the Council. Well-developed political awareness is essential, as is commercial awareness and understanding. Able to work at pace, and inspire others to come on the same journey, you will be driven by a passion for enabling children to live their fullest lives.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact: Stephen Vickers Chief Executive - Stephen.Vickers@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk.

Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. The postholder will be required to complete an application for a Disclosure of Criminal Records.

We welcome applications in Welsh, please complete Welsh Job Application Form / Rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau yn Gymraeg, llenwch Ffurflen Gais Swyddi Cymraeg.

Closing Date: 8 th August 2024 - 12:00am, midnight

Interview Date: T.B.C.

This is an internal advertisement, open to current employees of the Council only.