Director of School Improvement

Unity MAT is seeking to appoint a forward-thinking Director of School Improvement to further develop and drive our expectancy of a high-quality educational provision across all of our schools. You should be a proven leader and educator, preferably with a good working knowledge of the Ofsted inspection framework.

You should share our ambition for every child to achieve their full potential regardless of the complexity of their needs. In addition you will have:

• a collaborative approach to being part of a dedicated and ambitious Trust
• the ability to work strategically as part of the Trust’s Executive Leadership Team
• a vision for the future development of the Trust and its schools
• the skills to lead, motivate and inspire in classroom staff to deliver a consistent curriculum across all of our schools
• the ability to review, evaluate and identify areas for improvement and model what good teaching looks like
• an outward facing approach in order to build and develop relationships and partnership working
• excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence, resilience and a positive attitude

Reward & Benefits

We offer:

• A competitive salary
• Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme (or LGPS if preferred) & significant employer contribution
• Flexible working - you will be required to attend each school on a regular basis however there is flexibility to work from home, as appropriate
• Excellent training and development opportunities, including our Strategic Leadership Development Programme
• Professional Coaching
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme (including GP helpline, financial & legal advice line and carer support for employee and household members)
• Well-being app & staff discounts
• Occupational Health Service
• Family friendly and Employee Health & Well-being policies
• Childcare Voucher Scheme
• Free parking

In addition, we offer:

• the opportunity to make a difference and contribute to the development of the Trust
• being part of the Executive Leadership Team
• supportive and forward-thinking Trustees, Chief Executive and ELT colleagues
• a friendly and inclusive working environment
• talented, dedicated and hardworking colleagues
• comprehensive induction and probation support

Key Dates

Closing Date: Monday 23rd September 2024 at 9.00am

Interview Dates: 3rd/4th October 2024

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Tracy Pearce (Chief Executive) on 07867 133415 or tracy.pearce@unitymat.co.uk

Further information

Application packs including Job Description, Person Specification, Guidance for Applicants and Application Form can be obtained from https://www.unitymat.co.uk/join-us-vacancies

Applications

Official application forms must be completed. If you provide a CV and meet our personal specification, you will be asked to complete an application form before shortlisting. Please see Guidance for Applicants for further details.

Applications must be sent by email to HR@unitymat.co.uk before the closing date detailed above.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early if a large volume of suitable applications are received.

Safer Recruitment

Unity MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow robust safer recruitment processes, including online searches, during all recruitment. Please see application pack for further details

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all ages, backgrounds and those with disabilities.