Assistant Director - Education, Inclusion & Achievement

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council as the Assistant Director for Education, Inclusion & Achievement. This is an exciting opportunity to influence educational policies, improve student outcomes, and champion inclusivity within the borough's education services. Lead a dynamic team dedicated to effecting real change and fostering strong partnerships with schools and communities.

Benefits

33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS

Learning & development opportunities

Car lease scheme and discounts at retailers

Employee assistance programme

Physiotherapy services

Qualifications

• Proven track record in improving educational outcomes, especially for pupils with SEND.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management and school improvement.
• Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to enhance educational outcomes and inclusivity.
• Drive transformational change in education services.
• Manage partnerships across schools and communities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Engagement

Policy Influence

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Postgraduate qualification in Education or Leadership

Job description

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Shape the Future of Education, Inclusion & Achievement in Stockton-on-Tees!

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for education and inclusion?

Do you have a strong track record of driving innovation, fostering a strong performance culture and building positive stakeholder relationships?

Look no further - this is your opportunity to shape the future of Education, Inclusion & Achievement in Stockton-on-Tees!

It's an exciting time to work for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council. Our mission is to be a bold, brave and innovative Council. Together with our partners we will make sure Stockton-on-Tees is a fair and equal place, where everyone is proud to live and work, where our communities flourish and people feel they belong. We want everyone in our Borough to participate in building a brighter future for all of us.

We are delighted to be recruiting for an Assistant Director Education, Inclusion & Achievement

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Children's Services are on an ambitious transformation journey, committed to forging strong, lasting relationships with children and families to create better outcomes. We're tackling the challenges of SEND and Inclusion with determination -and we need bold, innovative leadership to drive real change.

This is your chance to lead with integrity, influence policy, and strengthen partnerships across schools, governors, and communities. Bring your expertise in school improvement, strategic thinking, and budget management to make a real impact. As a key part of our leadership team, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of education in our borough.

As our Assistant Director, you will lead a passionate and knowledgeable team who are committed to improving educational outcomes, inclusivity and local sufficiency. You will work closely with colleagues across Children's Services to ensure that provision and services are high quality, provide value for money and reflect lived experience of children, young people and their families.

You will be an outstanding leader with an exceptional track record in improving education for all learners, particularly those with SEND. You will be confident in identifying and driving forward areas for transformational change to deliver excellent and inclusive services.

You'll bring a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing local government as well as the statutory framework governing education.

You'll have a clear and strong personal commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and a track record of leading by example.

If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a difference, let's build something extraordinary together. Apply today!

For further details on the role please refer to the Job Description / Person Specification in the supporting documents section.

The anticipated timeline for the recruitment process is as follows:

Applications close: Midnight on Sunday 13 July 2025

Assessment day (in person in Stockton-on-Tees): Monday 21 July 2025

Final Panel Process (in person in Stockton-on-Tees): Tuesday 26 August 2025

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package including:

• 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Working at our brand-new modern office on the riverside in Stockton town centre with excellent facilities and spaces for collaborative working.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website: https://www.stockton.gov.uk/careers

If you have any questions or if you would like to arrange an informal chat about the role, please get in touch with Majella McCarthy (Director of Children's Services) via email [e-mail]

Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email after the closing date for notification from '[e-mail]'. All communication will also appear in the 'My Messages' section of your North East Jobs account.

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