Head Of Education Quality And Inclusion

We are currently working with a Local Authority in the South West who are looking for an interim Head of Education Quality & Inclusion to join their team.

In this role you will lead the strategic delivery and continuous improvement of education, early years, and SEND services across a defined geographical area, ensuring strong outcomes for all children and young people. You'll also provide senior leadership, drive partnership working, and oversee performance, inclusion, and statutory responsibilities within a complex, high-impact public service environment.

Job: Head of Education Quality & Inclusion

Duration: 6 Months

Start date: ASAP

Rate: £500 per day via Umbrella, Inside IR35

Site presence: TBD

Role Details

• Provide strategic leadership for education, early years, and SEND services across a defined geographical area, driving improved outcomes for children and young people
• Lead the delivery of the Council’s Education Strategy, ensuring services meet statutory duties and align with corporate priorities
• Build and influence strong partnerships with schools, early years providers, and stakeholders to improve performance and accountability
• Oversee service performance through data analysis, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across key areas such as attendance, inclusion, and SEND
• Champion inclusive practice, challenging underperformance and supporting providers to raise standards and attainment
• Lead and develop a high-performing workforce, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
• Manage budgets and resources effectively to maximise impact and ensure sustainable service delivery
• Contribute to senior leadership, including deputising for the Deputy Director and supporting strategic and operational decision-making

What We’re Looking For

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) with evidence of leadership and management development
• Significant senior leadership experience within education, early years, or a local authority setting
• Strong understanding of the education landscape (0–25), including SEND, inclusion, and statutory responsibilities
• Proven ability to build partnerships and influence stakeholders to deliver system-wide improvement
• Experience driving organisational or cultural change within complex environments
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data to improve performance and outcomes
• Demonstrable experience managing budgets, resources, and large teams effectively
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills, with a commitment to inclusion and equity

Should this position be of interest to you, please apply or send an email with an updated copy of your CV to jallan@venngroup.com and myself or a member of the team will give you a call to discuss further

At Venn Group, we endeavour to respond to all applications However due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion