Regional Education Director

GLF Schools; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing multi-academy trust in England is seeking a Regional Education Director to spearhead strategic leadership and manage Headteachers. The role demands a strong background in leading educational improvements across multiple schools, fostering partnerships, and embodying the values of integrity and compassion. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in senior leadership roles, ensuring high educational standards and driving continuous improvement in all schools under their purview. Opportunities for career growth and an inclusive community await successful applicants.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leading improvement across multiple schools.
• Experience in senior leadership or headship roles.
• Commitment to educational excellence and core values.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and line management of Headteachers.
• Drive sustainable school improvement and influence education strategy.
• Empower school communities and support professional development.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Empowering school leaders

Stakeholder engagement

Resource management

Job description

Your Opportunity

GLF Schools is seeking to appoint a Regional Education Director to provide strategic leadership and line management of Headteachers within our Trust. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to develop and empower school leaders, drive sustainable school improvement, and influence education strategy at scale—ensuring high standards of teaching and learning across their allocated schools and beyond. At its core, this role is about shaping the future of education by developing exceptional leaders and championing continuous improvement and innovation in education at GLF Schools.

They will have strategic oversight of education from 2 to 18, and it is essential they have proven experience of leading improvement and delivering successful outcomes across multiple schools within the secondary sector, through senior leadership or headship roles.

With a collaborative ethos and commitment to excellence, the role demands inspirational leadership and the capacity to empower school communities, supporting professional development and modelling the Trust’s core values of integrity, compassion, and ambition. The Regional Education Director will play a pivotal role in driving school improvement through effective resource management, fostering stakeholder engagement, and cultivating partnerships that enhance educational outcomes for all pupils.

This post offers a rewarding opportunity to shape the future of our schools while working within a supportive and forward-thinking educational community.

Join Our Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

Our Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive pension scheme (LGPS)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Salary : up to £122,000 dependant on experience

Location : The Beacon School, Banstead / GLF Trust Office in Earlsfield

Contract : Permanent. Please note this is an Associate contract, and not Teaching Terms and Conditions

Start Date : ASAP

Closing date for applications : 5th January 2026 9am

Interview Date : w / c 19th January OR w / c 26th January

Safeguarding Statement

At GLF Schools, the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is our top priority. We are fully committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works or volunteers with us to share that commitment. All roles are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We understand that life is busy and that flexibility matters. That’s why we’re happy to explore flexible working arrangements that help you balance your professional and personal commitments.

Diversity and Inclusion

GLF Schools is proud to celebrate the rich diversity of our schools and communities. We’re building a culture where :

Everyone is respected and valued.

Discrimination is never tolerated.

Equity and fairness are at the heart of everything we do.

Staff, children, and students are safe to express their identities.

We believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and our community. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from groups that are underrepresented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, trans and non-binary individuals, people of all ages, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of all faiths and beliefs.

Application Process

To help us manage applications efficiently :

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a strong response, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We may also interview shortlisted candidates before the official closing date.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we will carry out an online search and request references for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to complete a self-declaration form. You will have the opportunity in the application form to confirm if you would prefer referees to be contacted after your interview.