Chief Inspector of Education in Scotland

4 weeks ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom The Scottish Government Full time
Job Title: His Majesty's Chief Inspector of Education in Scotland

We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead the establishment of a new independent education inspectorate, His Majesty's Inspectorate of Education (HMIE), to provide public assurance in the quality of education in Scotland.

About the Role

The Chief Inspector will play a pivotal role in driving improvement in Scottish education, bringing a stronger focus on inspection outcomes, and creating a confident, respected, and influential public body in its own right.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of a comprehensive programme of engagement with internal and external stakeholders to inform and ensure support for reform.
  • Deliver a change in practice and culture, ensuring that the approach to inspection and its contribution to supporting and driving improvements is brought to life.
  • Set the frequency, scale, priorities, and focus for inspections, creating an independently informed inspection plan that fulfils the body's strategic priorities.
  • Provide independent professional advice to the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills, Scottish Ministers, and Scottish Government officials, based on evidence-based insights, analysing inspection data and trends, to improve outcomes consistent with the National Improvement Framework.
  • Develop educational policy and practice, ensuring they are aligned with current needs and the future aspirations of Scottish education.
Requirements

The successful candidate will have a strong track record of leading and delivering improvements in excellence and equity, with experience of operating successfully at board or senior level using strong political acuity, in a complex organisation, delivering cultural and high-profile programmes of change.

They will also have a strong understanding of themselves as a leader, how their personal life experiences and background impact on their thinking and behaviour, and how their decisions and actions impact on others.

How to Apply

Fully completed applications should be submitted by the closing date.

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