Professional Development Director

The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) is the Government-backed, sector-owned Workforce Development body for the FE sector. We are looking to appoint an outstanding individual to lead a directorate which focuses on the professional development of teachers, leaners and leaders through a team of programmed Heads managing a range of initiatives aimed at improving learner progression and outcomes. 

The programmes which fall within the remit of the Professional Development Director include 1) Teaching, Learning & Assessment, 2) Maths & English, 3) Leadership, Management & Governance and 4) QTLS & ATS delivery.

As the Professional Development Director, you will lead and co-create the work, ensuring we progress towards our long-term objectives. You will facilitate the sharing of knowledge and learning amongst Programme Heads, working closely with the other Director to achieve this aim. You will also ensure we meet the requirements of several stakeholders, mostly significantly, this will include DfE. You will be a key member of our Senior Management Team with the vital responsibility of ensuring that deliberations are informed by relevant knowledge and understanding of teaching, learning and leadership. 

The successful candidates will demonstrate:

· A high degree of executive presence, energy and enthusiasm – the ability to act and think like a Director

· Significant experience and expert knowledge in at least some of the programme areas

· Confidence and credibility in presenting effectively to a variety of audiences, including experts

· The ability to listen to, motivate and empower managers to deliver high quality to tight timescales

· Success in building and developing teams and ensuring they work well across the organisation

· Experience in managing outsourced programmes and/or working with consortia

· The ability to speak and write succinctly and to use numerical data effectively

· Good commercial understanding and the ability to deliver best value from a budget

If you are an exceptional candidate who would like to make an impact and enjoy working in a cooperative environment with dedicated, expert colleagues, we welcome your application. We suggest applications are sent in early as possible for shortlisting.

Applicants should apply by completing the ETF’s Personal Details and Equality & Diversity forms, plus submitting a CV and covering letter (2 pages maximum), outlining how you fulfil the requirements of the person specification.  Please send your application via email by the closing date as outlined below, marked PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL to: Email: recruitment@etfoundation.co.uk

Closing Date: 7th September 2018 / Interviews: To be confirmed

The Education and Training Foundation values diversity and is committed to making appointments on merit by fair and open processes, in accordance with its equal opportunities policy.

Our employees enjoy a generous benefits package