Assistant Director – Education Strategy, Access and Inclusion – #OR111824

Job Description

London Borough of Lambeth is seeking an Interim Assistant Director for Education Strategy, Access and Inclusion within the Education and Learning Directorate, based at 6 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RW. Rate: £650 Ltd per day. Start: ASAP.

Reporting to the Director of Education and Learning, this SMG2-grade post holds strategic leadership responsibility for education provision quality and sufficiency across the borough. The postholder will oversee pupil place planning, school admissions, the SEND and Inclusion Service, Educational Psychology Service, Virtual School, Outreach Services, and services for vulnerable pupils.

Key responsibilities include: providing strategic and operational leadership across inclusion and outreach; ensuring traded Educational Psychology and non-statutory outreach services are maintained; leading Ofsted and CQC inspection preparation and action planning; managing delegated budgets and reporting financial risks to the Director; developing and sustaining multi-agency partnerships with schools, health, voluntary organisations, and other councils; driving continuous improvement in educational outcomes for children with SEND and their families; and presenting professional advice and committee reports to elected Members.

The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level or above with a PGCE or equivalent, and will bring substantial senior management experience within a school, local authority, or large Multi-Academy Trust setting. A strong track record of translating strategy into operational delivery and detailed knowledge of relevant national legislation — including the Children and Families Act 2014, Education and Inspection Act 1996, and Academies Act 2010 — is essential.

Apply now to be considered for this senior interim opportunity in Lambeth.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

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