Schools and Educational Improvement Adviser

Civic Recruitment Limited; Lambeth; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited advertises a 3-month contract as an adviser to enhance school performance in Lambeth. The role focuses on maintained schools, liaising with headteachers, governors, and school leaders to elevate educational standards and leadership capacity.

The post requires proactive collaboration with academies and trusts to align borough strategy. Responsibilities include driving Lambeth's priorities, designing improvement strategies, and leveraging national policy, frameworks, and

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in the education sector.
• Background as a Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Executive Leader, School Improvement Partner, Adviser, or similar.
• Demonstrated success in improving educational outcomes across multiple schools or settings.
• Experience in supporting schools through inspection, monitoring, improvement, or intervention processes.

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in achieving Lambeth's educational priorities and strategic goals.
• Design and execute school improvement strategies to elevate standards and close achievement gaps.
• Keep abreast of national education policies and inspection frameworks to keep initiatives innovative.
• Identify and develop opportunities for service development, grants, and partnership projects.

Skills

Senior leadership in education

Headteacher background

School improvement experience

Inspection/monitoring support

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

CPD in leadership/education

Job description

Schools and Educational Improvement Adviser

Lambeth, United Kingdom | Posted on 17/08/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 months contract with a local authority

Summary

• This role is a strategic position aimed at enhancing the performance and effectiveness of schools within Lambeth, with a particular focus on maintained schools. The successful candidate will spearhead school improvement efforts, collaborating with headteachers, governors, school leaders, and other stakeholders to elevate educational standards, bolster leadership capabilities, and improve outcomes for all students. The position requires a proactive approach to engaging with academies and trusts, ensuring a cohesive educational strategy across the borough.

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in achieving Lambeth's educational priorities and strategic goals.
• Design and execute school improvement strategies to elevate standards, enhance outcomes, and close achievement gaps.
• Stay informed about national education policies, legislation, inspection frameworks, and best practices to keep the borough's improvement initiatives innovative and responsive.
• Identify and develop new opportunities for service development, commissioned activities, grants, and partnership projects that enhance educational outcomes.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within the education sector.
• Background as a Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Executive Leader, School Improvement Partner, Adviser, or similar position.
• Demonstrated success in improving educational outcomes across multiple schools or educational settings.
• Experience in supporting schools through inspection, monitoring, improvement, or intervention processes.

Essential Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Evidence of continuous professional development in areas such as school improvement, leadership, safeguarding, or educational effectiveness.
• Extensive leadership experience within the education field.

Additional Information

• Contract Duration: 3 months with a local authority
• Enhanced DBS required
• Working Hours: 35 hours per week
• Start Date: ASAP
• Location: 6 Brixton Hill, London, Lambeth, SW2 1RW, United Kingdom
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with 2-3 days in schools
• Application Deadline: 28th August 2026