Total 29 Director/C-Level job vacancies in Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 5EF

Built on an industrial heritage and the birthplace of the cooperative movement, Rochdale is a place that is pioneering, passionate and proud, focused on making a difference to our people, place and planet. A place where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and be part of our vibrant and diverse borough, irrespective of their background, where children are safe and those that are vulnerable get the support that they need. We want a fairer and more sustainable economy for all, empowering communities to thrive, connecting them to the opportunities that Rochdale and the wider region have to offer. Rochdale is at the forefront of a unique Greater Manchester ICB model of integrated Health and Care, focussed on population health and prevention, aiming for better outcomes and a sustainable Greater Manchester NHS. The Council is a member of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and, works closely to align initiatives with sub-regional strategies, and is the key growth location within Greater Manchester. As our new Chief Executive and Place Based Lead, you will be at the heart of achieving our ambition, sharing our passion, embodying our values, and driving a successful team, but most importantly ensuring that the Borough of Rochdale and its people are at the heart of everything we do.

If you are ready to shape our future please reach out to our advising consultants at GatenbySanderson Philip Emms (07590 225 472) or Sandra Jones (07826 404 091).

www.rochdale-leadership.co.uk

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Join us as an Assistant Director of Place and lead transformative projects that will shape Rochdale’s future!

This role is your chance to oversee vital services like housing, environmental management, and capital projects. You’ll drive sustainable growth, tackle housing challenges, and manage key initiatives like the regeneration of our iconic town hall.

We’re looking for a passionate leader with strategic vision, ready to make a real difference for our diverse communities. If you’re ready for your next challenge and want to leave your mark on Rochdale, and be part of our exciting journey, we’d love to hear from you!

Visit www.succeedatrochdale.com to find out more and apply. Or, for a confidential discussion, please contact our recruitment partners at Tile Hill: Maud Hollis (07444 696659) or Clare Connor (0161 408 0703).

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 1st December 2024

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning for Technology with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Oulder Hill Leadership Academy

Oulder Hill Leadership Academyis a secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Rochdale. We joined Star Academies in 2021 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Assistant Director of Science to help us continue this work.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Science to drive excellence in teaching and learning, support curriculum development, and inspire both staff and students to achieve outstanding outcomes. You will play a key role in fostering collaboration across the department and ensuring the highest standards of academic achievement. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced science teacher with strong leadership skills to make a lasting impact in our school community.

As a part of the Oak Learning Partnership, we are proud of what we have achieved so far and excited by the continuous improvements and changes here at Hazel Wood High. This appointment will form a key element in the next phase on our journey to outstanding. If you would like to join our excellent team, then we would like to hear more about you.

Visits to the school, prior to application, are both welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school on 0161 797 6543 or by e-mailing enquiries@hazelwood.oaklp.co.uk

to arrange an appointment.

I encourage you to visit our website to discover more about our values, ethos, and the amazing work we do at Hazel Wood. www.hazelwoodhigh.co.uk

I hope that when you have read the information enclosed, you will be encouraged to apply for this important post. We look forward to receiving your application.

We ask that you do not send CV’s, please complete and send your application form to hr@oaklp.co.uk

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th October 2024.

What the school offers its staff

We believe that all our students deserve the very best education that we can provide, and our teaching staff aspire to raise the standards and quality of teaching and learning. This is encouraged through inspiring, and supporting, colleagues with bespoke CPD; and by ensuring that best practice is shared and embedded. Having the right team in place is essential to this.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Join Rochdale Council and shape the future of our vibrant community! We’re seeking a dynamic Assistant Director of Public Protection and Neighbourhoods to lead transformational change across essential services.

As part of our Wider Leadership Team, you’ll drive strategic improvements in customer contact, community safety, public protection, and libraries. You’ll embed our new Neighbourhood model, enhancing service delivery and empowering teams to work innovatively.

This is your chance to make a lasting impact in a town rich with history and undergoing exciting regeneration. If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for public service and community engagement, we want to hear from you!

Join us in our newly formed Public Health and Communities directorate, where you’ll play a pivotal role in improving health, wellbeing, and strengthening communities. Be part of Rochdale’s exciting journey!

To find out more and apply or, for a confidential discussion, please contact our recruitment partners at Tile Hill: Maud Hollis (07444 696659) or Clare Connor (0161 408 0703).

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 24th November 2024

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Job Ref: AM13466Branch: Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & SpaLocation: Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa, AccringtonSalary/Benefits: Competitive SalaryContract type: PermanentHours: Full TimeHours per week: 40 hours per weekPosted date: 10/10/2024Closing date: 23/11/2024

Klarent Hospitality are recruiting for a Director of Sales Description

Would you like to work for a company that gives you:

• £250, up to £1000 cash incentives when referring a friend to come and join our team - T&C’s apply
• Long service recognition Cash bonus and free overnight hotel stays for services from 2 years and up.

Rewards your hard work by offering you the below team benefits when you join us:

• Meals provided whilst on shift
• Sales incentives and initiative rewards
• Discounted / Free use of leisure facilities – “Hotel specific”
• Free Car Parking – “Hotel specific”
• Stays in our hotels at discounted prices or
• Even free stays in our hotels as one of our rewards & recognition incentives,
• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel
• Group Brand Portfolio
• Fully funded apprenticeships – T&C’s apply
• Annual Holidays entitlements inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to buy additional holiday entitlements
• Pension enrolment

Does the below sound like you?

• Passionate and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and someone who makes our guests smile
• Genuinely friendly and caring
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Ambitious and hard working and able to develop their team
• Excellent standards
• Lead from the front Good organisational / time management skills.
• Resilient, creativity, able multitask and can work under pressure
• Ability to work morning, afternoon/evening, and weekends
• Able to deliver exceptional customer experiences all the time

Klarent Hospitality are recruiting for a Director of Sales

We offer our employees excellent opportunities to grow and develop within the Klarent Hospitality Group Brand Portfolio, we pride ourselves on ensuring that our staff are rewarded and recognised for their hard work, commitments, and long service.

Klarent Hospitality operates branded hotels in key locations across the UK and Ireland.

We will nurture talent and smart investment to drive superior performance and growth.

The Role:

What will I be doing?

• As Director of Sales, you will analyse local market trends and competitor activity to recommend strategies that keep the hotel a leader in the marketplace
• Integral part of the growth & development of future and repeat business
• Analysis local market trends and competitor activity to identify business leads
• Develop customer accounts and travel within the local area to drive business into the specific hotel/cluster and to increase market/customer share in all revenue streams
• Negotiate room rates/packages with corporate clients
• Develop and implement creative local marketing channels, including social media channels
• Prepare company contracts for the hotel in accordance with current business and pricing conditions
• Work within current business strategies and recognising potential opportunities
• Cooperate with other departments in the hotel to create an exceptional Guest experience and build strong, comprehensive sales programs
• Attend Sales events, as required
• Produce accurate and timely reports that meet the needs of the Sales Director and senior management to include the reporting of appointments, calls made and business leads
• Answer customer queries in a prompt and professional manner
• Manage staff performance in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Recruit, manage, train and develop the Sales team

The Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa is a beautiful 700-year-old country manor set in the Lancashire countryside in idyllic grounds. Original features of the building, including turrets, porticos and a vast staircase spread a charming atmosphere and make your stay memorable. The Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa is the perfect spot for a relaxing break. In the spa the hotel offers professional treatments, a heated indoor pool, sauna and a modern fitness centre. Restaurant Cameo and Bar serve international dishes and a great selection of wines. This mid-scale hotel is a great place for business visitors as well as for leisure travellers.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Learning in Maths with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

The Valley Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 16year olds in Bacup. We joined Star Academies in 2019 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Assistant Director of Science to help us continue this work.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Science to drive excellence in teaching and learning, support curriculum development, and inspire both staff and students to achieve outstanding outcomes. You will play a key role in fostering collaboration across the department and ensuring the highest standards of academic achievement. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced science teacher with strong leadership skills to make a lasting impact in our school community.

As a part of the Oak Learning Partnership, we are proud of what we have achieved so far and excited by the continuous improvements and changes here at Hazel Wood High. This appointment will form a key element in the next phase on our journey to outstanding. If you would like to join our excellent team, then we would like to hear more about you.

Visits to the school, prior to application, are both welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school on 0161 797 6543 or by e-mailing enquiries@hazelwood.oaklp.co.uk

to arrange an appointment.

I encourage you to visit our website to discover more about our values, ethos, and the amazing work we do at Hazel Wood. www.hazelwoodhigh.co.uk

I hope that when you have read the information enclosed, you will be encouraged to apply for this important post. We look forward to receiving your application.

We ask that you do not send CV’s, please complete and send your application form to hr@oaklp.co.uk

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th October 2024.

What the school offers its staff

We believe that all our students deserve the very best education that we can provide, and our teaching staff aspire to raise the standards and quality of teaching and learning. This is encouraged through inspiring, and supporting, colleagues with bespoke CPD; and by ensuring that best practice is shared and embedded. Having the right team in place is essential to this.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications and Attainments

Education to degree level Essential

Qualified Teacher with QTS Essential

Higher degree Desirable

National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to complete it within 3 years of appointment Essential

Professional qualification in a relevant area Desirable

Knowledge

Awareness and understanding of current educational trends and issues, including national policies, priorities and legislation specifically related to SEND, and a sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice Essential

Understanding of equality and diversity, and of supporting all aspects of inclusion to successfully meet the needs of pupils with complex special educational, social, and emotional needs Essential

Knowledge and understanding of a range of special needs Essential

with particular focuson SEMH, ASD, ADHD and SpLD Desirable

Sound understanding of assessment processes and relevant statutory guidance and legislation Essential

Up-to-date knowledge of specialised curriculum for young people with SEMH Desirable

Understanding of what makes ‘quality first ’teaching, and of effective intervention strategies Essential

What the school offers its staff

Now is a really exciting time to be joining Colne Primet Academy as we go through a period of rapid expansion, both in terms of staff and student numbers and with extensive new building and refurbishment work completed in September 2024.

We currently have 885 students on roll from a diverse range of backgrounds, and the students numbers continue to grow up to our full capacity of 1050 over the next few years. Throughout the school, we have students who speak 23 different languages. Working with such a diverse community brings lots of opportunities for students to learn more about each other and themselves.

By joining the Primet family you will become part of a supportive and ambitious team. The core drive of being part of the Primet staff team is about wanting the best for our students, and to help them overcome any barriers to their success. Our aim here at Colne Primet Academy is to give each and every child the very best educational start in life. At all times, we guide, support and inspire.

We collaborate with our colleagues at West Craven High School as well as the three primary academies in our Trust family and have the support of the Pendle Education Trust core team for functions such as Finance, Facilities, Human Resources, Health and Safety, IT, Marketing and Governance.

We are proud of the positive atmosphere that exists within the Academy. Visitors very often comment on the calm and orderly surroundings and the warm, welcoming and friendly ethos we have created. We believe that high achievement comes as a result of a positive atmosphere, high expectations and mutual respect.

Further details about the role

Purpose:To work as part of the extended Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective strategic and operational leadership across the Academy,and hold accountability for standards achieved, quality teaching and learning and high achievement rates for all. To undertake the role and responsibilities of a SENDCo, as well as leadership of SEND provision.

Commitment to safeguarding

https://pendleeducationtrust.co.uk/safeguarding-and-child-protection/587.html

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications and Attainments

Education to degree level Essential

Qualified Teacher with QTS Essential

Higher degree Desirable

National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to complete it within 3 years of appointment Essential

Professional qualification in a relevant area Desirable

Knowledge

Awareness and understanding of current educational trends and issues, including national policies, priorities and legislation specifically related to SEND, and a sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice Essential

Understanding of equality and diversity, and of supporting all aspects of inclusion to successfully meet the needs of pupils with complex special educational, social, and emotional needs Essential

Knowledge and understanding of a range of special needs Essential

with particular focuson SEMH, ASD, ADHD and SpLD Desirable

Sound understanding of assessment processes and relevant statutory guidance and legislation Essential

Up-to-date knowledge of specialised curriculum for young people with SEMH Desirable

Understanding of what makes ‘quality first ’teaching, and of effective intervention strategies Essential

What the school offers its staff

Now is a really exciting time to be joining Colne Primet Academy as we go through a period of rapid expansion, both in terms of staff and student numbers and with extensive new building and refurbishment work completed in September 2024.

We currently have 885 students on roll from a diverse range of backgrounds, and the students numbers continue to grow up to our full capacity of 1050 over the next few years. Throughout the school, we have students who speak 23 different languages. Working with such a diverse community brings lots of opportunities for students to learn more about each other and themselves.

By joining the Primet family you will become part of a supportive and ambitious team. The core drive of being part of the Primet staff team is about wanting the best for our students, and to help them overcome any barriers to their success. Our aim here at Colne Primet Academy is to give each and every child the very best educational start in life. At all times, we guide, support and inspire.

We collaborate with our colleagues at West Craven High School as well as the three primary academies in our Trust family and have the support of the Pendle Education Trust core team for functions such as Finance, Facilities, Human Resources, Health and Safety, IT, Marketing and Governance.

We are proud of the positive atmosphere that exists within the Academy. Visitors very often comment on the calm and orderly surroundings and the warm, welcoming and friendly ethos we have created. We believe that high achievement comes as a result of a positive atmosphere, high expectations and mutual respect.

Further details about the role

Purpose:To work as part of the extended Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective strategic and operational leadership across the Academy,and hold accountability for standards achieved, quality teaching and learning and high achievement rates for all. To undertake the role and responsibilities of a SENDCo, as well as leadership of SEND provision.

Commitment to safeguarding

https://pendleeducationtrust.co.uk/safeguarding-and-child-protection/587.html

Grade: Leadership points L18 - L22

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37

Working Pattern: All year

Actual Salary: £71,729 - £79,112

Interview Date: W/C 21st October 2024

Job Title: Director of SEND

Reports to: Head of Academy Improvement

Contract: Full time (37 Hours per week), Permanent.

Salary: School Leadership Pay Scale L18 L22 (£71,729 - £79,112)

Start Date: Immediate Start

About the Role:

Altus Education Partnership is seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of SEND to provide strategic leadership across our academies. This pivotal role is essential in ensuring that children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive an outstanding education, have their needs met, and achieve their full potential.

As the Director of SEND, you will work closely with academy leaders, SENDCos, and staff to develop, implement, and monitor robust strategies for SEND provision across the Trust. You will be a key advocate for inclusive education, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and promoting best practice to create a supportive environment for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and coordination of SEND provision across the academies in the Trust.
• Ensure the identification and support for pupils with SEND is effective and aligned with the Trust’s strategic goals.
• Provide leadership in ensuring that all pupils, regardless of their additional needs, have access to high-quality education.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant policies and legislation.
• Collaborate with academy leaders to develop and implement improvement plans for SEND provision.
• Offer guidance and support to SENDCos and staff, ensuring that they have the resources and training needed to meet the needs of SEND pupils.
• Foster strong relationships with external stakeholders, including local authorities, parents, carers, and other educational partners.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of SEND provision and drive continuous improvement across the academies.
• Lead the Trust’s SEND learning faculty, supporting professional development and training for staff.

About the Trust:

Formed in 2017 from Rochdale Sixth Form College, Altus Education Partnership aims to enhance education in the Rochdale borough. The Trust currently comprises four academies:

• Rochdale Sixth Form College (RSFC): A nationally recognised centre of excellence for A Level performance, Ofsted Outstanding, and Sixth Form College of the Year 2021.
• Edgar Wood Academy: A secondary school opened in 2021, quickly establishing a strong reputation within the community.
• Kingsway Park High School: A Good-rated school with a commitment to providing excellent education, benefiting from recent expansions.
• Bamford Academy: An Ofsted Good-rated primary school with a nurturing environment and strong community ties.

What We Offer:

• Salary & Progression: Competitive salary with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Training & Development: Opportunities for continued professional development, with access to a range of training courses.
• Pension: Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Free, confidential support for mental health 24 hours a day.

How to Apply:

To apply, please complete the Altus Education Partnership application form and email it to recruitment@altusep.com. For more information, visit www.altusep.com or contact recruitment@altusep.com.

Application Deadline: Friday 11th October 2024 at 12:00pm

Interviews: w/c 21st October 2024

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.

Application pack
Application form

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning for Science with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Highfield Leadership Academy

Highfield Leadership Academy is a state-of-the-art secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Blackpool. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning - Science, with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About The Valley Leadership Academy

The Valley Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 16year olds in Bacup. We joined Star Academies in 2019and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior, experienced, operational manager to further develop their strategic thinking and leadership skills as the Operations Director (OD) for the Older People’s and Adult Community Services (OPAC) Clinical Directorate at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT), working directly with the Chief Operating Officer.

The OD role is a visible leadership position providing operational oversight of OPAC, to maintain quality of care, safety, patient experience and flow, ensuring the delivery of activity and outcomes within the budgeted resources available. The role will ensure that the OPAC services meet the needs of the changing demography of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough population and offer equal and equitable access to service users and offers equal and inclusive opportunities for the workforce.

OPAC directorate incorporates Older People’s Mental Health Inpatient and Community care including functional and organic wards, Memory Assessment Service, Crisis Rehabilitation & Home Treatment, Countywide Unplanned Care services, Community Physical Health Nursing, Therapy and Specialist Services for adults and older people, and the Windsor Research Unit. These services are commissioned by Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Integrated Care Board, Cambridgeshire County Council and Peterborough City Council respectively under Section 75 Agreement, and other external partners.

This role is required to drive strategic developments in support of the NHS Long Term Plan, energise planned transformative changes for effective and efficient service delivery, and ensure that our staff are well supported to provide personalised care centred around our service users.

With significant existing senior management experience in a complex healthcare setting, the successful candidate will need a track record of delivering high quality clinical services, leading and managing service redesign and performance management.

We're looking for someone who demonstrates attention to detail, is adaptable, committed to the delivery of high quality care and is an active team player, politically astute and able to communicate at all levels. You will be a compassionate leader, who treats all colleagues, patients and service users with respect and be committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

To arrange an informal conversation about the role, please contact Leah Coulter [Leah.Coulter@cpft.nhs.uk]

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.
1. Be accountable for the performance management of OPAC.
2. Be responsible for the development and delivery of operational delivery plans within the Directorate.
3. Work alongside clinicians, engaging widely with a range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver optimal services for patients and other stakeholders.
4. Facilitate the design and development of clinical pathways.
5. Lead and support the planning, development and implementation of service transformation and improvement.
6. Participate in long term planning and strategic projects for CPFT to ensure OPAC services are considered and that there is long term sustainable model.
7. Promote a data driven approach and ensure sufficient and effective use of data to monitor performance and to satisfy internal and external reporting requirements.
8. Ensure there is proactive management of risk and co-ordination of all responses to patient complaints in a timely way.
9. Ensure that OPAC services meet the needs of the changing demography of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough population, offer responsive, equal and equitable access to service users and offers equal and inclusive opportunities for the workforce.
10. There is a requirement to participate in CPFT’s Director on call rota.


This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Oct 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning for Technology with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:


• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Oulder Hill Leadership Academy

Oulder Hill Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Rochdale. We joined Star Academies in 2021 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.