Total 63 Director/C-Level Education / Training job vacancies in Camden, North West London

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Learning for English with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham East is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in 2018 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in January 2023.We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning for English with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Eden Boys' School, Birmingham

Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in Perry Barr in 2015 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We are extremely proud to be one of the highest performing schools in the country, with the 2nd best Progress 8 score nationally for our 2019 GCSE results. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in May 2018.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

A Vacancy at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.


The Imperial pharmacy department has recently revised its leadership team structure to reflect our ambitious and wide ranging medicines optimisation strategy. We are excited to announce a new 8c Associate Chief Pharmacist position within our leadership group, with responsibility for our education and training teams and a number of our specialist pharmacy teams. The role will be extremely rewarding and requires an individual who is experienced in working at a strategic level with a range of stakeholders. The post holder will actively contribute to an already dynamic team, to lead and develop the workforce delivery plan to support the development, wellbeing, expertise and impact of our staff across the organisation.

Are you committed to making a difference with senior colleagues at a large cutting edge prestigious teaching Trust? Does supporting teams of expert clinical pharmacy staff excite you? Do you have an eye to future opportunities and different ways of working, and the drive to effect change? Do you have a passion for developing people to heights of their potential? If so - we would be delighted to hear from you.
• To lead, manage, maintain, plan and co-ordinate all areas of responsibility (Pharmacy Clinical Services, Education & Training Teams for all sites) at Imperial in line with Trust Priorities and Pharmacy strategic objectives.
• To ensure delivery of high quality services which are patient focused and consistent across the Trust sites.
• To ensure services are provided in accordance with current regulations, best practice and legal requirements.
• To set standards for services, monitor performance, and ensure that services are provided efficiently and in accordance with the needs of users.
• To develop, train, motivate and encourage staff working within the team and the department as a whole.
• To support the Pharmacy Leadership team in the development, maintenance and implementation of the annual business plans and service strategies for the department.
• To act as the Operational Site Lead as required in the absence of the respective Deputy Chief Pharmacist (s) as required.

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview..



The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.


This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Full TimeMPS/UPS (Outer London) plus TLR 1A

Required: January 2025 or sooner

Your new school

Hasmonean Multi-Academy Trust is a centre of academic excellence in North West London. The performance of the two schools in the Trust put them amongst the very top comprehensives in the country. Our students attain consistently high standards in their GCSE and A Level examinations. The vast majority of our students go on to study at University with a number being accepted at Oxbridge and medical school each year. The highest expectations are shared by students, staff and parents.

Your new role

We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational leader to take the helm of our outstanding English department.

You will lead a committed team of highly experienced teachers in delivering exceptional learning experiences for students. If you are a respected English Teacher, have leadership and management experience and proven outstanding classroom practice, then we would like to hear from you.

You will be highly organised, knowledgeable in using data to support students and have the ability to communicate effectively with clarity and sensitivity to the school community.

You will enjoy leading and being part of a team and be flexible and creative in your approach. Applicants must have excellent subject knowledge and will be expected to teach across all key Stages.
The staff at Hasmonean are highly skilled, they keep abreast of developments in the understanding of effective teaching and learning and they are passionate about students and their progress. If you would like to work in an environment which sets the highest standards and are keen to progress in your career, we may be the school for you.

What we offer

• Top performing comprehensive
• Excellent value added and progress 8 scores
• First class CPD opportunities
• Supportive and committed parents and governors
• Friday afternoons off
• Free period Work from Home once a fortnight
• Strong value system
• Every child is known and valued across both academic and pastoral teams
• Diverse and friendly staff body
• Supportive atmosphere for everyone, both staff and students
• A nursery on site for staff

We reserve the right to close these vacancies early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Learning for Maths with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in Perry Barr in 2015 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We are extremely proud to be one of the highest performing schools in the country, with the 2nd best Progress 8 score nationally for our 2019 GCSE results. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in May 2018.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Learning for English with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Eden Boys' School, Birmingham

Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in Perry Barr in 2015 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We are extremely proud to be one of the highest performing schools in the country, with the 2nd best Progress 8 score nationally for our 2019 GCSE results. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in May 2018.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Learning -English with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

Laisterdyke Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 18 year olds in Bradford. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

The school was rated ‘good’ in all four areas of the inspection framework during its inspection in January 2023.

We are an ambitious school with high expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

We are looking for Deputy Director for learning disability and autism in Brent.

You will also support the delivery of the Neurodiversity agenda within the trust including developing and reviewing pathways and participating in the many different forums, partnership meetings related to the role. This role includes the operational management of Kingswood LD inpatient units, Brent CLDT and the ASD assessment hub within the outer boroughs. Further to this you are part of the Brent Management team leading the LDA agenda and its delivery.

This role will support the neurodiversity lead deliver the neurodiversity agenda across the Trust. With responsibility for driving forward strategic work that aims to ensure the Trust is a neurodiversity aware and inclusive organisation. As well as overseeing the operational management of the specialist Adult inpatient learning disability services, the Autism diagnostic service and community LD services. Further to this you will support the delivery of LDA services within Brent and support relevant agendas within the borough.

The post holder will be the key representative of LDA services to the public, statutory and voluntary organisations. This includes working with internal and external partners across the ICBs and National teams as necessary and delivery and development, planning & meaningful co-production. The post holder needs to be dedicated to partnership working and appreciate the value community partnerships, including with VCSE, can bring to statutory health and care services.

This role is a permanent position in the role and consider its full roles and responsibilities following the promotion of the existing post holder.

The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings.
1. Operational Delivery
• Oversight and responsibility for the delivery of specialist learning disability inpatient services that provide person-centred, high quality and clinically safe care that is integrated within the local community
• Delivery of services that respond to challenge set out in the NHS Long Term Plan and other national policy (e.g. Building the Right Support action plan, Transforming Care) by delivering purposeful care in the community that reduces avoidable admissions and support care closer to home
• Oversight of delivery of initiatives that aim to develop more needs-led all age autism diagnostic pathways including pre-& post diagnosis support
• Ensuring clinical safety and effectiveness through completion of risk assessment and management plans within agreed timescale and service delivery in line with evidence-based practice. Ensuring standards within the service meet the regulatory standards
• Ensuring services are clinically effective through monitoring of appropriate outcome measures and service user and carer experience
• Present a positive face of Trust LDA services to external bodies
• Ensure performance standards are met and create and maintain a performance management culture at individual staff member, team, service and directorate level
• Contribute to the development of a culture within services overseen of innovation, quality and service improvement.
1. Communication and strategic work:
• Senior Trust neurodiversity lead with responsibility for championing, influencing and promoting awareness of neurodiversity across the health and social care system
• Lead complex strategic work to develop and deliver Trust neurodiversity vision with an ability to articulate a strategic vision for change and help translate this into practical steps that can be taken to embed and sustain real change
• Lead discussions on a group/ 1;1 level with internal and external partners including service users and carers including being an ambassador for the Trust in wider system meetings
• Across the Trust, receive, analyse and interpret highly complex information, make decisions and communicate decisions effectively and sensitively according to the needs of the audience
• Work with internal and external teams to identify gaps; enable the testing of innovative solutions and ensuring the spread of good practise across the Trusts
• Working to Trust strategic and transformation colleagues to make a case for change, anticipate problems and formulate a strategy to overcome any identified barriers
• Ensuring that service users, carers, community organisations and other key stakeholders are actively involved in the development and delivery of Trust neurodiversity strategy.
1. Partnership Working

Ensure that:
• As a major provider of Learning Disability services, the organisation is appropriately represented, and involved with all key strategic planning bodies at Trust, ICB and relevant Local Authority functions
• Trust service continue working in partnership with other providers and stakeholders to achieve outcomes specified.
• Work with wider partners and as part of a system to deliver on NHS Long Term Plan and other national and local policy frameworks including Transforming Care Agenda and NWL ICS Learning Disabilities and Autism Plan
• Work with Local Authorities and ICB colleagues on governance arrangements where CNWL manages a number of senior clinicians to develop clear Service level Agreements (e.g. CPA, risk assessment and management).
1. Safeguarding Children and Adults

Ensure that:
• All LD service clinicians and staff follow national and Trust guidance in all matters relating to safeguarding children and adults
• Close liaison with strategic partners around safeguarding adult initiatives, supporting working together
• Clinical governance arrangements are robust in this area, including clear leadership, supervision, audit programmes and adhering to training requirements
• Serious incidents are investigated and recommendations are implemented and lessons learned and shared
• Robust procedures are in place for investigation of complaints with clear timescales, implementation of actions and lessons learnt
1. People Management:

Ensure:
• A robust management structure is in place for services overseen that supports high quality clinical care and is responsive to the needs of clinicians and stakeholders
• Staff and management cover are provided 24 hours a day to the LD inpatient services
• All staff in the service are provided with the necessary equipment to carry out their duties
• All staff in the service are provided with the leadership and guidance they need to ensure that people with a learning disability, autism or both can live happier, healthier and longer lives
• Staff are provided with a learning and development opportunities appropriate to their needs, through the knowledge and skills framework
• A workforce plan is developed that meets LD service requirements, and the needs of the diverse workforce
• Staff are treated fairly and consistently and within the operational policies and procedures applied in the organisation
• All staff have a structured supervision and appraisal system
• Dealing with staff side on complex issues i.e. reconfiguration or redesign of services
• Dealing with individual staff members who present particular challenges, and support line managers to deal with complex issues.
1. Financial Management

Ensure that:
• Effective use of financial resources provided to the Trust by NWL ICB
• Trust budgets are managed within the framework of statutory regulation and to the agreed accounting standards and procedures
• Managers with delegated authority are held to account for the application of the budget
• Buildings, service centres and sites are maintained to agreed standards and meet health and safety requirements
• The terms and conditions of all staff are acknowledged and appropriate procedures followed in line with Service Level Agreements between CNWL and wider system partners including the voluntary sector
• Services overseen contribute to the creation of an organisation where risks are identified and minimised in order to create the safest possible service
• Negotiate with ICB and Local Authorities for adequate financial resources and make relevant bids for further funding
• Responsible for leading on cost improvement programme which may include increases in productivity, or initiating income generation where possible
• Lead interventions to reduce risk of incurring high costs, eg. preventing out of area treatments, reducing agency staffing
• Take the lead in identifying risk factors and ensure action plans are drawn up to address risks.
1. Information Governance
• Ensure that staff and relevant others are aware of and comply with expected IG working practices for the effective use of owned Information Assets. This includes records of the information disclosed from an asset where this is permitted.
• Provide a focal point for the resolution and/or discussion of risk issues affecting information assets
• Foster an effective IG culture for staff and others ensuring individual responsibilities are understood, and that good working practices are adopted in accordance with the Trust and national policy.


This advert closes on Tuesday 5 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Operational Delivery Oversight and responsibility for the delivery of specialist learning disability inpatient services that provide person-centred, high quality and clinically safe care that is integrated within the local community Delivery of services that respond to challenge set out in the NHS Long Term Plan and other national policy (e.g. Building the Right Support action plan, Transforming Care) by delivering purposeful care in the community that reduces avoidable admissions and support care closer to home Oversight of delivery of initiatives that aim to develop more needs-led all age autism diagnostic pathways including pre-& post diagnosis support Ensuring clinical safety and effectiveness through completion of risk assessment and management plans within agreed timescale and service delivery in line with evidence-based practice. Ensuring standards within the service meet the regulatory standards Ensuring services are clinically effective through monitoring of appropriate outcome measures and service user and carer experience Present a positive face of Trust LDA services to external bodies Ensure performance standards are met and create and maintain a performance management culture at individual staff member, team, service and directorate level Contribute to the development of a culture within services overseen of innovation, quality and service improvement. Communication and strategic work: Senior Trust neurodiversity lead with responsibility for championing, influencing and promoting awareness of neurodiversity across the health and social care system Lead complex strategic work to develop and deliver Trust neurodiversity vision with an ability to articulate a strategic vision for change and help translate this into practical steps that can be taken to embed and sustain real change Lead discussions on a group/ 1;1 level with internal and external partners including service users and carers including being an ambassador for the Trust in wider system meetings Across the Trust, receive, analyse and interpret highly complex information, make decisions and communicate decisions effectively and sensitively according to the needs of the audience Work with internal and external teams to identify gaps; enable the testing of innovative solutions and ensuring the spread of good practise across the Trusts Working to Trust strategic and transformation colleagues to make a case for change, anticipate problems and formulate a strategy to overcome any identified barriers Ensuring that service users, carers, community organisations and other key stakeholders are actively involved in the development and delivery of Trust neurodiversity strategy. Partnership Working Ensure that: As a major provider of Learning Disability services, the organisation is appropriately represented, and involved with all key strategic planning bodies at Trust, ICB and relevant Local Authority functions Trust service continue working in partnership with other providers and stakeholders to achieve outcomes specified. Work with wider partners and as part of a system to deliver on NHS Long Term Plan and other national and local policy frameworks including Transforming Care Agenda and NWL ICS Learning Disabilities and Autism Plan Work with Local Authorities and ICB colleagues on governance arrangements where CNWL manages a number of senior clinicians to develop clear Service level Agreements (e.g. CPA, risk assessment and management). Safeguarding Children and Adults Ensure that: All LD service clinicians and staff follow national and Trust guidance in all matters relating to safeguarding children and adults Close liaison with strategic partners around safeguarding adult initiatives, supporting working together Clinical governance arrangements are robust in this area, including clear leadership, supervision, audit programmes and adhering to training requirements Serious incidents are investigated and recommendations are implemented and lessons learned and shared Robust procedures are in place for investigation of complaints with clear timescales, implementation of actions and lessons learnt People Management: Ensure: A robust management structure is in place for services overseen that supports high quality clinical care and is responsive to the needs of clinicians and stakeholders Staff and management cover are provided 24 hours a day to the LD inpatient services All staff in the service are provided with the necessary equipment to carry out their duties All staff in the service are provided with the leadership and guidance they need to ensure that people with a learning disability, autism or both can live happier, healthier and longer lives Staff are provided with a learning and development opportunities appropriate to their needs, through the knowledge and skills framework A workforce plan is developed that meets LD service requirements, and the needs of the diverse workforce Staff are treated fairly and consistently and within the operational policies and procedures applied in the organisation All staff have a structured supervision and appraisal system Dealing with staff side on complex issues i.e. reconfiguration or redesign of services Dealing with individual staff members who present particular challenges, and support line managers to deal with complex issues. Financial Management Ensure that: Effective use of financial resources provided to the Trust by NWL ICB Trust budgets are managed within the framework of statutory regulation and to the agreed accounting standards and procedures Managers with delegated authority are held to account for the application of the budget Buildings, service centres and sites are maintained to agreed standards and meet health and safety requirements The terms and conditions of all staff are acknowledged and appropriate procedures followed in line with Service Level Agreements between CNWL and wider system partners including the voluntary sector Services overseen contribute to the creation of an organisation where risks are identified and minimised in order to create the safest possible service Negotiate with ICB and Local Authorities for adequate financial resources and make relevant bids for further funding Responsible for leading on cost improvement programme which may include increases in productivity, or initiating income generation where possible Lead interventions to reduce risk of incurring high costs, eg. preventing out of area treatments, reducing agency staffing Take the lead in identifying risk factors and ensure action plans are drawn up to address risks. Information Governance Ensure that staff and relevant others are aware of and comply with expected IG working practices for the effective use of owned Information Assets. This includes records of the information disclosed from an asset where this is permitted. Provide a focal point for the resolution and/or discussion of risk issues affecting information assets Foster an effective IG culture for staff and others ensuring individual responsibilities are understood, and that good working practices are adopted in accordance with the Trust and national policy.

Provide Executive Support and Drive Strategic Initiatives as Chief of Staff in the Division of Education
Senior salary package
Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements

About Us
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led institution located in the heart of Australias fastest-growing and economically significant region. With 11 campuses across Sydney, and campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesiaand two upcoming campuses in IndiaWestern is a truly global institution. Proudly ranked in the top two percent of universities worldwide, the University has been recognised as a global leader in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings in , , and .
Our Strategic Plan is driven by a commitment to excellence, sustainability, equity, transformation, and connectedness. At Western, we ensure that our students succeed, our research has a lasting impact, and
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What skills and experience we're looking for

Your application will need to demonstrate that you have:

• Experience of delivering inspirational leadership that enables leaders to develop high quality primary education.
• Experience of promoting the highest possible standards of care, aspiration and success to support families and children to overcome any social disadvantage.
• Experience of securing long term success within primary settings by building and developing leaders.
• Experience of reviewing, developing and implementing curriculum strategy, based on current research.
• Successful experience of promoting inclusion, equality and diversity.
• An excellent understanding of the schools’ sector and education more broadly, with a strong grasp of contemporary educational issues including the inspection agenda and up to date knowledge of curriculum and pedagogy research.
• Strong track record of performance, managing staff, driving morale, raising standards and promoting a team ethos, ideally with regard to a multi-site organisation.
• Understanding the factors which create barriers to learning and the ability to implement appropriate strategies that address this, including SEND strategy, whilst reducing inequalities and promoting social inclusion.
• Knowledge of key strategies for raising pupils’ achievement and advancing effective teaching and learning, set within the communities served by Castleford Academy Trust.
• Ability to create and maintain an environment which promotes good behaviour, discipline and a culture of celebrating success.
• Proven success in building effective partnerships and links including with central government, schools and local authorities to maximise networks and opportunities.
• A strong commitment to personal development for all staff including yourself.

You will also need to be:

• Supportive of the Trust’s ethos and values at all times both within the primary academies and the wider community.
• Committed to inspiring leaders, staff and pupils in the development of initiatives and strategies which promotes whole school improvement.
• An excellent communicator who is at ease with all stakeholders.

We can offer you:

• A significant role in the Academy Trust.
• Excellent professional development opportunities.
• Nationally recognised qualifications.
• Opportunities to work as a leader within the Trust and beyond.

Enthusiastic colleagues and supportive leaders, governors and trustees who drive improvements across the Trust alongside you.

What the school offers its staff

As part of our team at Castleford Academy Trust, you will have access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support designed exclusively for schools, providing access to a team of in-house wellbeing experts, counsellors, nurses and physiotherapists.

Commitment to safeguarding

Castleford Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For positions at Castleford Academy you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.

Lead WaterRA into its next chapter of growth and innovation
Foster world-class water research and knowledge exchange
Drive innovation in water science

Water Research Australia (WaterRA) is the premier research organisation focused on enhancing water management and sustainability practices throughout Australia. Dedicated to providing innovative solutions and fostering collaboration among stakeholders in the water sector, WaterRA is a a profit-for-purpose research organisation funded and supported by its members who include water utilities, health departments, EPAs, the CSIRO, and universities across Australia. Their mission is to be recognised as the leading source of water wisdom, driving impactful research that meets the needs of the industry and communities.
WaterRA are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into its next phase of growth and influence. As CEO, you will work closely with the Board to establish the strategic direction of WaterRA and inspire ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Chief Executive Officer ? Water Research Australia

Lead WaterRA into its next chapter of growth and innovation
Foster world-class water research and knowledge exchange
Drive innovation in water science

Water Research Australia (WaterRA) is the premier research organisation focused on enhancing water management and sustainability practices throughout Australia. Dedicated to providing innovative solutions and fostering collaboration among stakeholders in the water sector, WaterRA is a a profit-for-purpose research organisation funded and supported by its members who include water utilities, health departments, EPAs, the CSIRO, and universities across Australia. Their mission is to be recognised as the leading source of water wisdom, driving impactful research that meets the needs of the industry and communities.
WaterRA are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into its next phase of growth and influence. As CEO, you will work closely with the Board to establish the strategic direction of WaterRA and inspire ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Chief Executive Officer ? Water Research Australia

NHS England’s Innovation, Research, Life Sciences and Transformation Strategy (IRLSS) team has an ambitious suite of programmes to help to ensure the NHS is one of the most pro innovation and research systems in the world, helping to improve patient outcomes as well as supporting the UK economy to grow.

As a major part of the IRLSS team’s portfolio the Data for Research and Development Programme is a multi-million poundGovernment Major Projects Programme (GMPP) which aims to:

· Make research-ready data rapidly accessible through the NHS Research Secure Data Environment Network

· Speed-up large scale clinical trial delivery through NHS DigiTrials

· Establish a model for future generation of value for the NHS



The Deputy Director Data for Research is responsible for delivery of this programme working closely with the programme SRO and the Director of Research. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a GMPP programme managing a talented and driven team.

We are seeking an experienced senior leader who has extensive experience of delivering large complex programmes across departments withan in depth specialist knowledge of the NHS data for research ecosystem including the infrastructure, architecture and policy.

The ability to work effectively with key stakeholders including the life sciences industry, academia, NHS R&D community, voluntary and charitable sector organisations is key to successful delivery and the successful applicant will have a track record of building strong collaborations with partners and stakeholders. An in depth understanding of the issues inherent in the use of patient data for purposes other than direct care is essential as is the need to ensure patient and public involvement is at the heart of decision making.

The successful applicant will be an active and visible IRLSS SLT member with proven ability to build high performing teams, fostering an environment for individuals and the team to thrive.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

· Develop the infrastructure across the NHS for a federated network of national and sub national secure data environments offering a single front door to NHS data for research

· Lead and work closely with colleagues acrossthe Transformation Directorate to enable matrix working across sub directorates to ensure alignment and collaboration in delivery to support data enabled research and specifically delivery of the Data for R&D programme

· Represent the Data For R&D programme at high-level engagement withArms-Length Bodies, across Government, with industry, and all other stakeholders acrossthe health and care system.

· Drive and challengework across health regulators to ensure that the regulatory system supports wide-spread data-driven research and better partnerships with researchers and innovators. All with the aim of harnessing value for the NHS.

· Work across internal and external stakeholders to ensure patient and public involvement and engagement is at the heart of decision making and is embedded in the programme

· Champion and promote at every opportunity the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion, whilst also driving continual improvements to support a diverse and inclusive workforce.


This advert closes on Monday 28 Oct 2024