Head of Education Planning, Resources and Sustainability

Head of Education Planning, Resources and Sustainability– London – 3 months

Venn Group’s specialist Local Government recruitment team is recruiting a Head of Education for a London Borough. This is a senior interim leadership role focused on school organisation, place planning, public consultation and stakeholder engagement.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing consultation activity relating to school expansions, reductions, amalgamations, new provision and changes to existing provision

• Developing and analysing data to support education planning and decision-making

• Building strong relationships with school leaders, communities and key stakeholders

• Managing sensitive and emotionally charged consultation processes with professionalism and credibility

• Provide expert advice on relevant education legislation, statutory guidance and school sufficiency requirements

• Contribute to the Council's strategic approach to school financial sustainability, resource management and funding.

• Working independently and taking ownership of key projects with limited management oversight

• Navigating complex and politically sensitive environments

About you:

• Experience in a local authority, academy trust or another education setting

• Prior experience school place planning and/or school organisation

• Demonstrate an understanding of relevant guidance and the ability to engage effectively with SEND stakeholders

• Manage a wide range of stakeholders and community interests

• Work effectively within politically sensitive or contentious environments

• Communicate complex issues clearly

Key details:

· Day Rate: £600 p/d umbrella

· Location: London / Hybrid

· Start: ASAP

Apply:

To discuss this opportunity, apply online and we will get back to you ASAP.