Regional Director of Education - Specialist Schools
Location: Hybrid / Nationwide
Salary: £90,000 + Car Allowance + Annual Bonus
Are you an inspiring and experienced leader in education, ready to make a significant impact on the lives of students and the performance of Specialist Schools?
I am working with a leading provider of Children's Specialist Education to recruit a Regional Director of Education. This is a pivotal role where you will support and enhance the overall performance, development, and effectiveness of schools across your region. You will play a strategic part in driving improvements in education standards, outcomes, and provisions for all students, as well as ensuring the delivery of operational and strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and support school improvement strategies to achieve outstanding educational outcomes.
* Drive the growth and development of new schools and services in alignment with organisational strategic priorities.
* Set challenging targets and monitor performance to ensure the highest standards of education.
* Deliver successful change management projects across a diverse and dynamic organisation.
* Lead and collaborate with teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
* Oversee strategic planning and financial management across multiple schools and regions.
Requirements:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Essential
* NPQH or Equivalent Leadership Qualification – Desirable
* Proven track record of delivering commercial and quality KPIs and implementing successful change management projects at scale.
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a senior leadership role (e.g., Director, Headteacher) within a specialist education setting
* Expertise in managing educational projects, strategic operations, and budgets across multiple schools or regions.
Please reach out to find out more or to organise a confidential chat at your convenience - kate.field@gilbertmeher.com.