Assistant Director Education Improvement
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Assistant Director Education Improvement (Interim)
6month contract Start ASAP (12 weeks)
600 - 700 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid working
6month contract Start ASAP (12 weeks)
600 - 700 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid working
CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will take place week commencing 21 April 2026.
This is a highimpact interim opportunity for a credible system leader ready to step into a challenging and visible role. As Assistant Director Education Improvement (Interim) you will report into senior leadership lead a wide education portfolio and manage four senior direct reports across school improvement and Early Years. You will take ownership of improvement at pace providing stability grip and direction during a critical period for services schools and families.
You will be trusted to operate at scale from day oneworking directly with headteachers system leaders and partners while balancing improvement priorities with financial realities. This role is about influence delivery and making confident decisions where they matter most.
Your role as Assistant Director Education Improvement (Interim):
- Strategic leadershipacross School Improvement Early Years SEND safeguarding and alternative provision
- Systemwide improvement aligning practice to the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework
- Financial oversight supporting schools facing budget pressures and contributing to recovery plans
- Dataled decisionmaking improving outcomes for vulnerable and disadvantaged cohorts
- Senior people leadership managing coaching and holding to account four experienced direct reports
Your previous experience as an Assistant Director Education Improvement (Interim):
- Assistant Directorlevel experience(or equivalent) within a Local Authority setting
- Proven school improvement track record including SEND and Early Years leadership
- Strong financial acumen with experience of school finance managing deficits and recovery planning
- Workforce restructuring experience including consultation redesign and delivery at pace
- Credible inspection experience working confidently with Ofsted and DfE frameworks
This interim assignment has been created to maintain momentum while permanent recruitment is underway. The brief is clear: the client is seeking a proven highcalibre Assistant Director Education Improvement (Interim)who can stabilise services support schools under financial pressure and deliver sustainable improvement.
The initial contract is six months with the potential for extension and flexibility is offered through hybrid working. An immediate start is essential making this an ideal opportunity if you are available now or becoming available shortly.
If youre interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone suitable apply today or contact the consultant managing this Assistant Director Education Improvement (Interim)assignment to move quickly.
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendationplease do get in touch.)
Our clients are committed to building diverse workforces and recruit based on experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.
Required Experience:
Director
