Strategic Education Director

1 month ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Eteach Full time
Company Overview

Avanti Schools Trust is a leading education provider, dedicated to advancing educational excellence and character formation across its schools.

Salary & Benefits

The estimated salary for this role is around £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience. Additional benefits include a teacher pension scheme, flexible working opportunities, and well-being programs.

Job Description

This strategic role requires a visionary leader to shape the educational experience for children and young people. Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading rigorous appraisal and support processes to drive improvement
  • Analysing school data and building leadership capacity within the trust
  • Collaborating on budget setting and ensuring transparent use of resources

The ideal candidate will have qualified teacher status, evidence of young person-centred thinking, and an excellent understanding of the schools' sector.

Required Skills & Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess:

  • Qualified teacher status
  • Evidence of young person-centred thinking and practice
  • Detailed research-informed knowledge of key strategies for raising young people's achievement
  • Excellent understanding of the schools' sector and education more broadly
Further Information

Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.



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