Strategic Education Partner – Nursery & Primary

Education Authority; Armagh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational body in Northern Ireland seeks an Educational Partner to lead strategic support for Controlled Schools. The role involves improving educational outcomes and providing robust challenge to meet Department of Education priorities. Candidates must hold a recognized teaching qualification and have demonstrated experience leading initiatives in the nursery or primary sectors. Applicants should have strong analytical and communication skills, and access to a vehicle for travel as required.

Qualifications

• Hold a teaching qualification meeting recognition requirements in Northern Ireland.
• Minimum two years’ experience in nursery or primary sectors.
• Experience in strategic contributions to school performance.
• Access to a suitable vehicle for EA business.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic support to Controlled Schools.
• Provide challenge and support in raising educational standards.
• Support schools in self-evaluation and improvement.
• Represent the EA at Boards of Governors’ meetings.

Skills

Building effective working relationships

Leading and coordinating teams

Analysing and interpreting complex information

Negotiating and influencing

Effective communication

Education

Teaching qualification for grant-aided schools

Job description

A regional educational body in Northern Ireland seeks an Educational Partner to lead strategic support for Controlled Schools. The role involves improving educational outcomes and providing robust challenge to meet Department of Education priorities. Candidates must hold a recognized teaching qualification and have demonstrated experience leading initiatives in the nursery or primary sectors. Applicants should have strong analytical and communication skills, and access to a vehicle for travel as required.