In this role, you will represent the Local Authority and work closely with school leaders and governing bodies to evaluate performance, identify priority areas, and shape effective improvement plans. You will provide expert advice and constructive challenge, ensuring schools have the right support and strategies in place to raise standards. Your work will include leading external visits, supporting schools through Ofsted inspections, and delivering improvement services such as audits, workshops, conferences, and Headteacher Performance Management. You'll play an important part in sharing best practice across the county and will lead initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for disadvantaged and vulnerable learners. You'll also support schools with safeguarding, equalities, PREVENT and academisation, and be involved in key decisions regarding governance and Headteacher recruitment. The role offers a balance of immediate responsive work and involvement in long-term strategic projects that shape the future of education in Buckinghamshire. This post requires an Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce) and a full driving licence.
You will be an experienced secondary education professional with a strong background in school leadership and improvement. Your expertise will enable you to analyse school performance, guide senior leaders, and bring credibility to discussions at all levels. You will be confident navigating complex educational contexts and will have an excellent understanding of policy, best practice, and national expectations. You will be someone who builds strong relationships and communicates with clarity and confidence. Your organisational skills will help you manage a varied workload, while your leadership qualities will inspire trust and motivate others. You will hold a teaching qualification (QTS) and be educated to degree level, with postgraduate qualifications desirable. Experience as an Ofsted inspector is an advantage but not essential.
Values
We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy.
Benefits
* A fair and inclusive culture
* The chance to really make a difference to those around you
* Health and wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
* A unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
* Ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
* Opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
* Flexible working that empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments
* Discounts on various cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme
* Membership to Costco, discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and more
At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that is why we are working hard to ensure we remain an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it is important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. We strive to ensure our workforce reflects the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire and we are looking for like‑minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone.
Equal Opportunities
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
* All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
* All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e., that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023)
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