Education & Partnerships Director: Strategic Impact Leader

West Northamptonshire Council; Northampton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a highly experienced Service Director for Education and Partnerships to lead the future of education across West Northants. You will provide strategic direction across education, inclusion, partnerships and sufficiency planning, shaping long-term strategies and driving significant transformation programmes.

You will work with schools, academy trusts and health partners to deliver high-quality support for children and families, ensuring services are

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience within education, children's services or a related sector.
• Strong understanding of education systems, statutory responsibilities, school improvement and governance.
• Experience of leading large-scale change, managing complex budgets and delivering sustainable service improvements.
• Excellent partnership-building and communication skills with schools, academy trusts, elected members and regulators.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills using data and evidence to inform decisions.
• Experience of commissioning, performance management and delivering services through collaborative partnerships.
• A degree, or equivalent qualification, in a relevant field and a postgraduate management qualification.

Job description

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a highly experienced Service Director for Education and Partnerships to lead the future of education across West Northants. You will provide strategic direction across education, inclusion, partnerships and sufficiency planning, shaping long-term strategies and driving significant transformation programmes.

You will work with schools, academy trusts and health partners to deliver high-quality support for children and families, ensuring services are