Deputy Director Of Practice And Programmes: Education And Early Years

For 60 years this children's charity has been building a better childhood for all.

They are looking for a Deputy Director to lead on delivery of their Education and Early Years strategy and programme of work. Deputy Director of Practice and Programmes: Education and Early Years
Reference: 2379
Location: London Fields. they promote a hybrid, flexible way of working, staff can work remotely for part of the week if they wish and, in the office, or face to face for at least 2 days per week.
Status: Permanent. 28 - 35 hours per week.
Salary: £72,353, with generous benefits package including 30 days annual leave plus Bank holidays and 3 days of Christmas closure. This varied role will oversee the quality delivery of their exciting programmes of work which include the Anti-Bullying Alliance, their role as delivery partner for Stronger Practice Hubs and SENDIASS provision and their systems change work in the field of Early Years SEND. The successful candidate will be a leader in the field of Early Years and/ or education with a clear vision of how best to support the workforce and therefore children and young people, including those with SEND.   You will need to have a comprehensive understanding of and interest in the systems and services that support schools and Early Years services to best support children and young people and their families. Excellent leadership, people and programme management and communication skills are essential for this role as are strong IT and writing skills, along with experience of managing contracts generating income and supporting quality delivery. Applications close at 11:59pm on 2nd April 2024.
Please quote the job title and reference number in your application.
CVs will not be accepted. Please address the person specification in your supporting statement. Assessment and interviews to be conducted on 12th April 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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This charity is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, political opinion, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, paternity, and carer status.

No agencies please.