Strategic Programme Director

2 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Ambition Institute Full time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced programme or project management professional to lead our Targeted Programmes team.

As Director of Targeted Programmes, you will be responsible for end-to-end programme management, including strategic vision, financial sustainability, quality, participant satisfaction, and compliance.

You will help ensure the programmes' impact and success, particularly for children who have had a tough start in life.

Ambition Institute supports schools tackling educational disadvantage to improve continuously, and we help teachers and school leaders become more expert over time.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

  • Leading the Targeted programmes team through direct line management and overall team leadership.
  • Developing and implementing strategic programme plans to achieve impact and success.
  • Maintaining high-quality programme delivery, participant satisfaction, and financial sustainability.
  • Ensuring programme compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and organisational policies.

What We Offer

Ambition Institute offers a competitive annual salary, professional development opportunities, 25 days' annual leave, and an employer pension contribution of 11%.

We have an agile, hybrid working culture, allowing you to manage your work schedule and location.

Our staff affinity networks promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in our work.

You will have access to free, confidential 24/7 wellbeing and support services.

Our comfortable and collaborative workspaces are located in city centres across the UK.

You will also receive a work-from-home technology package to support hybrid working.

Interest-free season ticket and bike loan options are available.



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