Director of Education & Distinctions Strategy

Memcom Executive; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational charity in the UK seeks a Director of Education to lead the development of its Education, Distinctions, and Qualifications portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess significant senior experience in education, strong leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset. Hybrid working is offered along with 25 days annual leave, pension contributions, and RPS membership among other benefits. This role is designed for a collaborative leader passionate about photography and education.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension

RPS membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Access to community workspace

Qualifications

• Significant senior experience in education, training or qualification frameworks.
• Strong leadership and culture-building skills.
• Confident navigating and modernising legacy systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a cohesive strategy for Education, Distinctions and Qualifications.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of workshops, courses, and online learning.
• Lead the implementation of the RPS's new Distinctions Framework.
• Build strong relationships with Assessors and streamline Distinctions processes.
• Provide inspiring leadership to the Education and Distinctions team.
• Manage budgets, forecasting and operational delivery.
• Collaborate with volunteers, Special Interest Groups, Regional Hubs, and external partners.
• Act as an ambassador for the RPS at events.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Commercial awareness

Relationship building

Job description

A prestigious educational charity in the UK seeks a Director of Education to lead the development of its Education, Distinctions, and Qualifications portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess significant senior experience in education, strong leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset. Hybrid working is offered along with 25 days annual leave, pension contributions, and RPS membership among other benefits. This role is designed for a collaborative leader passionate about photography and education.