Area Head of Service

Strateon; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in Scotland is seeking a Head of Service to oversee educational excellence across Glasgow's schools. The role involves strategic leadership to enhance educational outcomes for children and young people, particularly in areas of deprivation. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership skills and a commitment to continuous improvement in education.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of education services.
• Proven track record of leading and managing at a senior level.
• Eligibility for registration with GTCS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of service excellence across schools.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives in the primary sector.
• Align resources with the Council's commitment to improved school performance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Service Improvement

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Job Description

As part of the largest local authority in Scotland, Education Services, makes up one of the five services within Glasgow City Council and is responsible for the teaching and learning of around 80,000 children and young people across the authority's nursery, primary, secondary, and additional support needs sectors.

As a Head of Service, you will lead on the development and delivery of service excellence across our schools within a defined geographical area. Your leadership will be pivotal in achieving our aims and objectives, ensuring that every child and young person receives the highest quality education.

You will be responsible for leading, developing, and delivering a strategic approach for various functional activities aimed at raising attainment and achievement, particularly for those experiencing the greatest levels of deprivation. You will also be responsible for leading and driving forward quality improvement initiatives within the primary sector, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and excellence.

As part of the senior management team, the successful candidate will work to improve outcomes for children and young people in Glasgow, ensuring resources are aligned with the Council's commitment to improved school performance and reducing the attainment gap.

You must demonstrate an in-depth understanding of education services and have a proven track record of leading and managing at a senior level the strategic direction of similar services.

To succeed in this role, you must bring leadership, energy, vision, and strong stakeholder management skills. You should be an innovative, dynamic thinker focused on continuously driving service improvements to meet Council objectives and outcomes.

Crucially, you must have a passion for ensuring the children and young people of Glasgow receive a high-quality education that provides them with the skills necessary for learning, life, and work.

You should be educated to at least degree level in a relevant discipline and eligible for registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).

Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme is essential upon appointment, along with eligibility for registration with GTCS and SSSC. Please note that successful candidates will be required to pay for their PVG membership or scheme checks. This position is politically restricted under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.

Application Packs

Alternative application packs can be requested in formats such as Braille, audio, or other languages. To request an alternative pack, please call 0141 287 1054. Packs will be posted within 3 working days of your request. Ensure you request well before the closing date to allow sufficient time for your application.

Further Information

Note that Glasgow City Council is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure, which may impact current salaries advertised. For more information, see the GCC Job Evaluation.

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