Head of Education & System Leadership

Cheshire West and Chester

Ellesmere Port

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Family-friendly leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Cheshire West and Chester Council seeks an exceptional Head of Education to shape the future of education for children and young people across the authority. Reporting to the Director of Education and Inclusion, you will lead Education Services, working with schools, academies, post-16 providers and partners to deliver high-quality learning opportunities that meet diverse needs.

This senior role requires strategic policy development, oversight of school places, equality and inclusion, and a

Qualifications

Leadership experience at senior level in education or children’s services.
Proven ability to translate strategy into service improvement.
Strong communication and partnership-building skills.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership across education services, including school improvement and inclusion.
Develop policy and strategy for educational access, standards and outcomes.
Lead cross-agency collaboration with schools, health and social care to deliver integrated services.
Manage workforce and budgets, including Dedicated Schools Grant responsibilities.