Head of Education Effectiveness & Quality Assurance

4Recruitment Services; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks an experienced Head of Education Effectiveness & Quality Assurance. You will provide strategic leadership across education, oversee school improvement, and collaborate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has proven senior leadership experience in educational improvement, strong strategic planning skills, and the ability to engage with stakeholders effectively. This role offers competitive daily rates in a hybrid working pattern.

Qualifications

• Dynamic and influential leader.
• Experience in strategic planning and governance.
• Knowledge of statutory school improvement duties.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational effectiveness strategies.
• Oversee school improvement and governance.
• Collaborate with schools and agencies to improve outcomes.
• Advise senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Drive innovation and system-led improvements.
• Promote continuous professional development among staff.

Skills

Proven senior leadership experience in Education Improvement/Quality Assurance

Strong track record in strategic planning

Ability to influence and engage with stakeholders

Excellent financial management skills

Job description

Interim Opportunity: Head of Education Effectiveness & Quality Assurance

Location: Hybrid 3 days WFH / 2 days in office or schools (Kettering)

Duration: 3 6 months

Rate: £650 £700 per day (Umbrella)

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Start Date: ASAP (immediate availability or up to 1 week notice preferred)

About the Role

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking an experienced Head of Education Effectiveness & Quality Assurance to provide strategic leadership across Early Years, School Effectiveness, School Governance, and Education Safeguarding.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Education, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the Education Improvement Framework, ensuring every child and young person in North Northamptonshire has access to high-quality education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement strategies to drive educational effectiveness for children aged 0-16
• Oversee school improvement, governance, and safeguarding responsibilities
• Collaborate with schools, early years settings, and multi-agency partners to improve outcomes
• Influence and advise senior leaders, stakeholders, and elected members
• Drive innovation, resource optimisation, and system-led improvement models
• Lead and inspire a diverse workforce, promoting continuous professional development

Ideal Candidate

• We are looking for a dynamic and influential leader with:
• Proven senior leadership experience in Education Improvement/Quality Assurance
• Strong track record in strategic planning, partnership working, and governance
• Ability to influence and engage with stakeholders at a national, regional, and local level
• Knowledge of statutory school improvement duties and the broader educational landscape
• Excellent financial management and resource planning skills

To find out more information please contact Lily. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.