Director of Programmes/Depute CEO

The recently established Scottish College for Educational Leadership (SCEL) was formed following the National Partnership Group's report on Teaching Scotland's Future as a means to focus leadership development at a national level.

Applications are invited for this senior level, strategic post to work with the CEO to lead the development of the new Scottish College for Educational Leadership (SCEL).

The post provides an exciting and stimulating opportunity for a highly skilled and energetic leader to work with the CEO to take forward the strategic and operational development of SCEL.

The appointment will be for an initial term of three years (with the possibility of extension). SCEL welcomes applications from every section of the community and is also willing to consider secondment.

The role
To lead the development of the College as a portal for educational leadership in Scotland, including the development of the suite of programmes, initiatives and networks that the College will provide.

The person
An outstanding strategic and operational leader with the inspirational skills and capability to translate organisational vision into deliverable objectives. Sound knowledge and experience of educational leadership. Track record of innovation and sound business acumen. Experience of operating in high profile contexts with excellent communication skills.

For full details of this post and an application pack visit www.scelscotland.org.uk or email recruitment@scelscotland.org.uk

The closing date for applications is Friday 31st October 2014 at 5.00pm.