Head of Service - Communication & Autism Support Service

The States of Guernsey are looking for a Head of Service for their Communication and Autism Service within Education Services.

In this important role, you will lead and manage the Communication and Autism Support Service and develop the strategic role of the service within the Learning, Performance and Intervention Section of Education Services.

You will also ensure the work of the Communication and Autism Support Service supports the achievement of the aims and objectives of Education Services strategic and operational plan, which seeks to provide equality of educational opportunity and high achievement for all children and young people.

This post carries an eight-year employment permit. If appointed, you can also expect to:

• Benefit from the stunning scenery and enviable quality of life;
• Work in a well-resourced service;
• Be part of a leading development of education and be allocated a personal laptop;
• Receive a generous relocation package to the island, including rent allowance; 
• Earn a competitive salary, above the UK median;
• Participate in a well-resourced public service pension scheme;
• Enjoy the benefits of more generous tax allowances on an island with no VAT.

How to contact us

For further information about the post, please contact Nicholas Hynes, Director of Learning, Performance & Int on 01481 733000 or email: nick.hynes@gov.gg

Applications can be made via: https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=60082&company=C0001230059P&username=

Our Recruitment team can be contacted on 01481 747394 and if you would like to register for information about future teaching vacancies, please visit www.gov.gg/careers

Closing date: 29th June 2018.

Interview date: 11th July 2018.