Interim Education Development Officer

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Interim Education Development Officer / Project Manager to lead projects improving outcomes for children with Special Educational Needs. This hybrid role requires strong project management skills and experience in education development. Responsibilities include project planning, stakeholder engagement, and compliance management. Interested candidates can submit their CV for consideration.

Benefits

Guaranteed weekly payment

Personal consultant

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management, ideally within education or public sector.
• Knowledge of school premises standards and education-related legislation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the identification and planning of capital projects to meet current and forecast SEND needs.
• Develop project briefs, business cases, funding bids, and delivery plans.
• Provide budget estimates and monitor progress to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Skills

Project management expertise

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Interim Education Development Officer / Project Manager

Contract: 3 months (with potential for extension)

Location: Berkshire, England

Working Arrangements: Hybrid working role, but candidate must have the ability to work occasionally out of hours to attend meetings. Also, must be able to travel extensively throughout the district.

We are looking for an experienced Interim Education Development Officer / Project Manager to lead the development and delivery of projects that improve outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong project management expertise and a background in education development to make a real impact in shaping specialist provision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the identification and planning of capital projects to meet current and forecast SEND needs.
• Analyse data, engage with key stakeholders, and identify viable accommodation and provision solutions.
• Develop project briefs, business cases, funding bids, and delivery plans.
• Provide budget estimates and monitor progress to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Oversee statutory approvals and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Produce clear reports and updates for senior stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with schools, colleagues, and partners to ensure successful project delivery.

About You

• Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience in a related role.
• Proven experience in project management, ideally within education or public sector.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and planning skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of school premises standards, SEND provision, and education-related legislation is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce.