Education Transformation Leader (Hybrid)

Wmjobs; Dudley; Hybrid; GBP 79,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudley Council is seeking an inspirational Principal Lead – Education to drive outstanding outcomes and shape education and inclusion across the borough.

This strategic leadership role requires delivering transformation, working with the Associate Director, and guiding statutory functions to ensure every child and young person can access high‑quality education with strong partnerships.

Qualifications

• Strategic, politically astute leader with experience in education transformation.
• Ability to lead inclusive teams and ensure statutory education functions.
• Proven track record of partnership working with schools and partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality strategic and operational leadership across education functions.
• Lead inclusive teams and ensure services meet governance and safeguarding requirements.
• Translate strategy into operational delivery across a diverse education system.
• Support the development and delivery of improvement plans with a focus on financial responsibility and service excellence.

Job description

Dudley Council is seeking an inspirational Principal Lead – Education to drive outstanding outcomes and shape education and inclusion across the borough.

This strategic leadership role requires delivering transformation, working with the Associate Director, and guiding statutory functions to ensure every child and young person can access high‑quality education with strong partnerships.