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This role is a part of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council. The salary for the position is £93,396 - £105,780 (plus stipend allowance of £3,790 per annum for additional statutory duties), plus standard benefits. The position is located in Merthyr Tydfil.
Base pay range
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council
Director of Education
Salary: Chief Officers/Directors Band B £93,396 - £105,780 (plus stipend allowance of £3,790 per annum for additional statutory duties)
Location: Merthyr Tydfil
The post will be advertised for a minimum period of two weeks on LinkedIn. After this time please apply directly to www.join-merthyr.co.uk until the closing date of Friday, 12 December 2025.
We offer an exciting and rare opportunity to join a passionate, collaborative and forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering exceptional education services that reflect and support our communities.
We are looking for a credible, inspiring individual to take on the pivotal role of Director of Education to lead our Learning Directorate, continue raising standards, and shape the future of education in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough. The role will involve
* Leading the Learning Directorate and driving educational strategies.
* Co‑operating with school leaders, elected members and partners.
* Ensuring compliance with Welsh Language Standards and national legislation.
* Overseeing the statutory Library service and Museum Service and further developing these operations.
For further information, please click Apply or speak to our executive search partners GatenbySanderson: Duncan Collins (07586 705475) or Gary Evans (07809 195 593).
Seniority level
* Executive
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Strategy/Planning
* General Business
* Education
Industries
* Government Administration
* Government Relations Services
* Education
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