Regional Director of Teaching & Learning (Secondary)

The Independent Schools Council; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OneSchool Global UK is seeking an outstanding Regional Director of Teaching & Learning (Secondary) to provide strategic leadership across 23 campuses. This remote role involves travel to campuses and collaboration with Heads of Departments to implement the Learning to Learn Framework, enhancing curriculum, pedagogy and assessment across the region.

You will lead curriculum development, professional learning, and quality assurance, using data and evidence-informed practices to drive improvements

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent).
• Leadership experience in secondary education (e.g., Principal, Head of Secondary).
• Experience leading curriculum, pedagogy and assessment initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of teaching practices and curriculum design.
• Experience using student data to drive educational improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development, implementation and review of the secondary curriculum across the UK region.
• Drive high-quality teaching and learning through the Learning to Learn Framework.
• Provide professional leadership and support to Heads of Department and curriculum leaders.
• Lead regional approaches to curriculum planning, assessment, and academic improvement.
• Use student performance data and QA findings to identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Educational leadership

Curriculum design

Assessment strategy

Data-driven improvement

Digital learning platforms

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Coaching and development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent)

Master's in Educational Leadership / related field

Job description

Help Shape the Future of Teaching and Learning Across OneSchool Global UK

At OneSchool Global UK, we're committed to nurturing confident, capable young people who are well prepared for the world beyond school. Through innovative learning environments, self-directed learning approaches and exceptional teaching, we empower students to achieve their full potential.

As we continue to develop and strengthen our educational provision across our 23 campuses, we are seeking an outstanding educational leader to join us as our Regional Director of Teaching & Learning (Secondary). This is a remote role with the expectation to travel to the 23 campuses regularly.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced secondary education leader to influence teaching, learning, curriculum and assessment at a regional level, driving excellence, consistency and continuous improvement across our nationwide school network.

About the Role

Reporting to the Regional Director of Studies, the Regional Director of Teaching & Learning (Secondary) will provide strategic leadership for the quality, consistency and development of secondary teaching and learning across OneSchool Global UK.

Working closely with campus leaders, Heads of Department, curriculum specialists and education support teams, you will lead the implementation of our Learning to Learn Framework, ensuring students benefit from an innovative, personalised and technology-enabled educational experience.

This role plays a pivotal part in shaping curriculum design, developing subject leadership, enhancing professional practice and driving improvements in student achievement across the region.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Lead the strategic development, implementation and review of the secondary curriculum across the UK region.
• Drive high-quality teaching and learning through the successful implementation of the Learning to Learn Framework.
• Provide professional leadership and support to Heads of Department and curriculum leaders.
• Lead regional approaches to curriculum planning, assessment, assignment quality and academic improvement.
• Use student performance data, assessment outcomes and quality assurance findings to identify opportunities for improvement and raise standards.
• Champion evidence-informed teaching, self-directed learning and innovative educational practice.
• Design and deliver impactful professional learning and development programmes for teaching staff and educational leaders.
• Support curriculum innovation, subject pathway development and student progression across secondary education.
• Lead regional quality assurance and improvement activities, providing constructive support and challenge to campuses and departments.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to promote educational excellence and continuous improvement.

About You

We are looking for a highly credible educational leader with a passion for teaching and learning and a proven track record of improving outcomes in secondary education.

You will bring:

• Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent teaching accreditation where applicable).
• Significant leadership experience within secondary education, such as Principal, Head of Secondary, Director of Studies, Director of Teaching & Learning, Head of Department or a similar senior leadership role.
• Demonstrable experience leading curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and school improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of effective teaching practices, curriculum design and assessment strategies.
• Experience using student data and performance measures to drive educational improvement.
• The ability to influence, coach and develop educational leaders and teaching staff.
• Experience working with digital learning platforms and technology-enhanced learning approaches.
• Outstanding communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• A commitment to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• A higher-level qualification in Educational Leadership, Curriculum, Pedagogy, Assessment or a related field would be advantageous.

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy should a suitable candidate be identified before the closing date.

Why you’ll love working with us

At OneSchool Global, we’re committed to helping our educators grow, succeed, and reach their full potential. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• Great work-life balance and a focus on well-being. No after-school or weekend sports and limited out-of-hours school activities.
• Strong career advancement opportunities.
• Ongoing professional learning opportunities.
• High-quality, technology-empowered learning environments.
• Collaborate with fellow OSG educators across the UK and around the world.
• Staff referral scheme for OSG UK colleagues.

About OSG

OneSchool Global is one of the world’s largest, truly global schools, with over 8000 students, 120+ campuses and 2000 staff operating across 20 countries. Our innovative approach to education emphasises self-directed learning, where students take initiative and responsibility for their learning journey. In the UK, we have 23 campuses spanning across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If so,

Our safeguarding statement

OneSchool Global UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The postholder is responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils in accordance with the school's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including the appropriate criminal records and barred list checks, online searches, references, and verification of identity, right to work, qualifications, and employment history, in line with relevant UK safeguarding legislation and guidance. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders legislation and applicants are required to disclose any convictions or cautions that are not protected under the applicable filtering rules. Any criminal record information disclosed will be considered fairly and in accordance with relevant legislation.

OneSchool Global UK is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all suitably qualified candidates and fostering a culture where safeguarding is embedded at every level. All staff receive regular safeguarding training, and our policies reflect current UK legislation and statutory guidance.