Diocesan Director of Education

Are you a dynamic and strategic leader with a passion for serving children and young people through church academies, schools and activities? Do you want to make a real difference in schools across Norfolk and Waveney? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

The Norwich Diocesan Board of Education seeks excellence in all aspects of its work at a time of exciting opportunities and demanding challenges.  You will work with a skilled and dedicated team to guide our schools through the changes in education, notably the academy process, the school improvement agenda and taking schools forward as part of our Diocesan Vision.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading and coordinating strategic vision in all matters regarding church schools
• Proactively supporting and encouraging all church schools and academies to provide high quality education and to develop a distinctive, but inclusive, Christian ethos
• Providing educational advice, support and training for all people involved in the Diocese’s schools
• Supporting schools and academies preparing for Ofsted and, more particularly, denominational inspections (SIAMS)
• Advising senior leadership and governance committees
• Managing a talented team and contributing to a positive, values-driven culture

What we’re looking for

• Educated to at least degree level or equivalent substantive experience working successfully at a senior level in education
• A strategic thinker with experience in the education environment
• Impactful senior leadership experience in schools / FE / HE, voluntary sector, Local Government or equivalent
• A collaborative leader with excellent communication and influencing skills
• Someone who shares our Christian ethos and values, and is excited to support the Church’s mission

What we offer

• 28 days’ holiday + bank holidays + Christmas closure
• Generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution)
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)
• A supportive, purpose-driven team environment
• Opportunities to shape the future of the Diocese

Who we are

The Parish Support Team aims for everyone to feel that they belong and are valued for who they are and what they contribute. Together, our people contribute in different ways towards our purpose, living out our values of kindness, commitment, and collaboration.

We are a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We want to encourage applications from a diverse group of people who share our values. Even if you have never thought about working for us before, if you have the skills and experience we are looking for then we would like to hear from you.

We try to be as flexible as we can in your work pattern to support you with other commitments, and to give a good work-life balance.

Please read application pack below for full information about the post.