Hub Director - Learning Academy Partnership

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon County Council is seeking an exceptional Hub Director to lead a group of small schools in North Devon and Torrington. The role focuses on strategic design of the Hub model, sustaining small schools within a partnership, and delivering measurable improvements in children’s experiences and outcomes.

You will oversee Heads of School, drive collaborative leadership, and contribute to shaping the future direction of the Learning Academy Partnership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Hub strategic design and ensure small schools remain sustainable within a partnership model.
• Support and challenge school leaders to drive improvement and better outcomes for children.
• Provide accountability for the Hub’s performance and outcomes across multiple communities.
• Collaborate with Heads of School and Senior Leaders to share expertise and ensure collective responsibility.

Job description

We are looking for an exceptional Hub Director to lead a group of our small schools in North Devon and Torrington areas. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and successful school leader to make a significant contribution to educational improvement across multiple communities.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a leader who is ambitious, driven and hungry to make a difference You will be accountable for supporting and challenging school leaders, driving improvement, and ensuring that the impact of our work is felt where it matters most: in the experiences and outcomes of our children.

The role requires you to be the strategic lead for the Hub which includes the design of the Hub model. You will be instrumental in designing an approach which ensures small schools are sustainable whilst enjoying all the benefits of being part of a partnership of schools. The Heads of School will report directly to you, and they will deliver the operational leadership to each school.

We are looking for a proven leader with a strong track record of successful school improvement and sustained outcomes. You will be excited by the opportunity to nurture future Headteachers and Leaders, helping others grow whilst continuing your own leadership journey.

The Learning Academy Partnership is driven by mission and beliefs ensuring that every child has the right to live life to the full. We are committed to improving educational outcomes for underserved children across schools and breaking down barriers to social mobility. We are passionate about our role in social justice within our communities and tackling stubborn South West deprivation.

You will be joining a strong, single organisation with a culture of collective efficacy and one that is rooted in our Christian foundation. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, and our leaders are committed to sharing expertise and taking collective responsibility for all children across the Trust.

This role would suit an experienced Headteacher, Executive Headteacher or system leader. For the right candidate, this is an opportunity to broaden your strategic leadership experience and play a key role in shaping the future direction of our growing organisation.

You will benefit from excellent systems and support from the Business Support team who manage all aspects of the operations, leaving you space to lead the Hub.

To learn more about this new role and the schools, please arrange a virtual call with our Trust Lead, please contact our People Team on to book. We anticipate visiting shortlisted candidates in their current school or setting as part of the recruitment process, providing an opportunity for you to share your leadership approach, values and impact within your own context.