School Improvement Adviser (Primary & Secondary)

Ref: HDD/5409

This is a key post in Haringey’s drive for continuous improvement for all Haringey Children. 100% of our secondary and special schools, 88% of primary and 2 out of 3 nursery schools are good or outstanding. It is an exciting place to work with an aspirational plan for excellence.

With proven successful primary leadership experience and possibly secondary or LA experience you will take the lead on identified school improvement initiatives and be School Improvement Adviser for a group of schools. Recent experience in implementing whole school strategies for raising achievement and school improvement is essential. Applications from serving headteachers or advisers on a secondment basis will be welcomed.

At this senior level, you will need:

• a proven track record of school improvement
• an excellent understanding of the context in which schools work and strategies to rapidly improve performance
• existing accreditation as an Ofsted Inspector or recent experience of applying the Ofsted framework.
• an understanding of the role of elected members
• excellent communication skills
• resilience

We can offer you the opportunity to:

• lead and inspire and make a difference
• be part of an experienced and ambitious team – an exciting opportunity
• play a part in the continuing development of a fast improving council
• enhance your career through excellent training and professional development

For more information regarding the Adviser posts you may contact: Jane Blakey, Interim Joint Assistant Director, Schools and Learning on 0208 489 5051 or email: jane.blakey@haringey.gov.uk

Please ensure that your application fully addresses the shortlisting criteria set out in the person specification and quote the reference number in the subject area.

Haringey aims for quality services and equal opportunities for all and is committed to safer recruitment.

Other Requirements/How to apply

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure check with the DBS will be undertaken.

To apply please go to http://jobs.haringey.gov.uk/Jobs.aspx where you can complete your application online. You can access the internet for free at all of Haringey’s libraries.

Closing date: 13 July 2015