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Community Manager Higher education

This is a new and exclusive opportunity for a community manager to join my thriving higher education business as they grow their team

As the community manager, you will have a very key role to bring together an amazing community, a mix of current students, alumni, online members of the digital business, and others, to create a space where all the communities can i.

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Join Our Team as an Organisational Development, Learning and Education Advisor
Band 7 – 37 hours

Are you passionate about driving transformational change and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development? NHS Forth Valley is looking for a dynamic and innovative Organisational Development, Learning and Education Advisor (ODLEA) to join our team and make a real impact.

As an ODLE Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culture of our organisation. You will provide specialist advice and internal consultancy to managers and employees, supporting the delivery of key objectives and priorities outlined in our People Strategy and you will contribute to the development of a new OD plan and NHS Forth Valley leadership and management framework. Our aim is to enable team and service development, manager and leadership growth, and the implementation of effective change initiatives. As the lead for iMatter, the national staff engagement approach you will play a key role in gathering essential feedback to help improve staff experience. Access to robust workforce information systems inform our practice and everything we do contributes to individual, team and organisational performance.

We offer:

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a difference.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Collaborative Culture: Work collaboratively with a diverse and talented range of colleagues across NHS Forth Valley and beyond.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that will allow you to contribute to the growth and success of NHS Forth Valley, we want to hear from you!

For informal enquiries, please contact Jenny McCusker –

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to complete a Level 2 Disclosure Scotland check.

Please note interviews will be held in NHS Forth Valley Hospital on Friday 14^th November 2025

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail, therefore please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates.

NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please contact the Recruitment Office on if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.

Join to apply for the OD and Learning Education Advisor role at NHS Scotland .

Join Our Team as an Organisational Development, Learning and Education Advisor

Band 7 – 37 hours

Are you passionate about driving transformational change and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development? NHS Forth Valley is looking for a dynamic and innovative Organisational Development, Learning and Education Advisor (ODLEA) to join our team and make a real impact.

As an ODLE Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culture of our organisation. You will provide specialist advice and internal consultancy to managers and employees, supporting the delivery of key objectives and priorities outlined in our People Strategy and you will contribute to the development of a new OD plan and NHS Forth Valley leadership and management framework. Our aim is to enable team and service development, manager and leadership growth, and the implementation of effective change initiatives. As the lead for iMatter, the national staff engagement approach you will play a key role in gathering essential feedback to help improve staff experience. Access to robust workforce information systems informs our practice and everything we do contributes to individual, team and organisational performance.

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a difference.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Collaborative Culture: Work collaboratively with a diverse and talented range of colleagues across NHS Forth Valley and beyond.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that will allow you to contribute to the growth and success of NHS Forth Valley, we want to hear from you!

For informal enquiries, please contact Jenny McCusker –

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to complete a Level 2 Disclosure Scotland check.

Please note interviews will be held in NHS Forth Valley Hospital on Friday 14th November 2025.

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third‑party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please contact the Recruitment Office on if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.

Overview

The Role

The post holder will: Operate work as part of the NHSL Medical Education team, developing and implementing programmes of learning for undergraduate medical trainees and post graduate medical staff and groups. The aim is to facilitate the development of competent and confident practitioners who are fit to meet their personal and professional need in their place of work or study. Be an autonomous practitioner accountable for the direct delivery of training and effective utilisation of resources. Work in a professional advisory capacity & as designated lead for sections of medical staff and trainees with regard to skills practice.

Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!

Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.

We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.

• Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional with valid NMC / HCPC or equivalent Registration.
• Post graduate expertise within speciality / area of practice that demonstrates the required breadth of knowledge required to lead safely, effectively and efficiently.
• Comprehensive knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards within the speciality / area of practice.
• Educated to or operating at masters level
• Evidence of effective clinical leadership
• Evidence of personal contribution and leading of service redesign projects
• Excellent team working skills, with ability to work on own initiative
• Advanced knowledge in critical care life science emergency assessment and advanced resuscitation skills
• An interest in simulation
• A certificate in simulation facilitation (desirable)
• Computer literate
• Commitment to own personal experiential and academic development

Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.

• Certificate in simulation facilitation
• Pg Certificate in Education
• Extensive Post Registration experience
• Expert practice in Acute care environment e.g. CCU/HDU/ITU
• Experience of teaching in a clinical and simulated environment
• Experience in project management
• Experience of conflict management and resolution
• Experience of programme planning
• ALS instructor
• Knowledge of and ability to teach a wide range of clinical skills
• Presentation skills
• Ability to develop presentations using PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills with ability to network and communicate with staff across all disciplines at local and national levels
• Good organisational/planning skills
• Flexible to meet the needs of the Service

• Permanent
• Full time
• 37 hours

This role will be based in Medical Education within Kirklands - NHSL Headquarters

The working pattern for this role is Monday to Friday

Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.

If youu2019re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!

Please contact Catherine Paton, Associate Director of Medical Education on

For enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Adnan Saddique, Recruitment Administrator on

(Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email)

Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
• Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits
• Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
• Occupational health services
• Employee counselling services
• Work-life Balance policies and procedures

NHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling. This support can be accessed using the links on this page.

For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our recruitment webpage.

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NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent—regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.

• Care experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children’s settings.

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

Right to Work within the UK

NHS Lanarkshire has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK.

We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. UK Visas & Immigration rules are available at

Prospective applicants are encouraged to check eligibility in advance of applying for vacancies in NHS Lanarkshire.

Please note that all Band 1 and Band 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route.

Overview

Position: Vice President of Adult Education.
Location: DeKalb and Newton Campuses.
Description: Under minimal supervision, establishes adult education programs for area individuals and employers at GPTC.

• Advances the vision, mission, and values of the college across multiple campuses;
• Establishes and administers adult education programs for area individuals and employers;
• Directs and participates in the recruitment, selection, assignment, motivation and professional empowerment of assigned personnel, in an environment dedicated to enhancing student learning;
• Coordinates the development and implementation of curriculum and administers instructional services for Adult Education students;
• Oversees the administration of assessment and student placement tests for Adult Education students;
• Maintains or oversees the maintenance of all student records;
• Coordinates GED testing services;
• Manages and oversees financial/budget operation of the department;
• Reviews and approves all requests for supplies and materials, including all curriculum materials for the program;
• Communicates accurate information to department staff and outside entities; meets with outside entities for the promotion of policies and procedures and the sharing of resources;
• Promotes the adult education program to public and private organizations throughout the Service Delivery Area supporting expanded services and facilities toward a regional concept;
• Represents the department at various internal and external meetings;
• Creates and maintains a high-performance environment characterized by positive leadership and a strong team orientation;
• Plans and organizes the unit’s work to meet the College’s objectives. Directs and reviews work assignments;
• Researches grants and other funding alternatives;
• Attends conferences as requested;
• Monitors the activities of personnel to ensure compliance with TCSG policy manual and department procedures;
• Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and make adjustments as needed;
• Maintains up-to-date policies, procedures, and state or federal laws that impact department initiatives; and,
• Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing all relevant information.

Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in education or a closely related field and three (3) years of work experience in postsecondary education. Direct supervisory experience is required.

• Senior-level administrative experience, specifically as a director or dean;
• Previous experience leading grant-based programs in a postsecondary setting;
• Knowledge of adult learning techniques and a background in the delivery of educational services to adult populations;
• Demonstrated financial management to include budget development and oversight responsibilities and contracts and grants administration;
• Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students and administrators;
• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

$100,000-110,000 annually depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time position with paid state holidays, accrued annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Health and Flexible Benefits Program.

All applicants must apply through our website at

Georgia Piedmont Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

Overview

We’re looking for a Coach Education and Development Manager on a permanent basis to lead and support the delivery of high-quality coach education across the Children’s, Youth & Futsal Pathway. This is a pivotal role within our Football Development Department, focused on inspiring and equipping coaches to deliver exceptional experiences for young players.

Application Deadline: 12 September 2025

Department: Football

Location: Hampden

Compensation: £38,000 / year

• Experience in children/youth football; strong understanding of long-term player development
• Knowledge of the Scottish FA Coach Education structure; Scottish FA/UEFA Elite Youth A Licence holder
• Experience in professional youth football or coach education delivery
• Familiarity with digital learning platforms and Learning Management Systems
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills
• Genuine enthusiasm to work with coaches; continuous improvement mindset

• Lead Coach Education Delivery: Organise and deliver coach education courses, especially within the Children’s, Youth & Futsal Pathway
• Tutor and Assess: Act as a course tutor and assessor, ensuring high standards and compliance with the UEFA Coaching Convention
• Develop Resources: Create and update coaching resources, course content, and tutor training programmes
• Support National Player Pathway: Contribute to the development and implementation of the children’s and youth stages of the National Player Pathway
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment and buy-in for coaching initiatives
• Manage Course Logistics: Oversee tutor assignments, venue selection, and other logistics to ensure efficient course delivery
• Promote Coach Education: Advocate for coach education at all levels, enhancing visibility and engagement
• Ensure Safeguarding: Uphold health and safety, child wellbeing, and safeguarding standards across all programmes
• Drive CPD and Innovation: Support continuous professional development and integrate modern coaching trends, especially within Club Academy Scotland
• Monitor and Improve: Evaluate programmes, benchmark best practices, and strive for a world-class coaching experience

The Role:

The Farming and Rural Skills Education Manager will have overarching and day-to-day responsibility for overseeing The King’s Foundation’s farming and rural skills education initiatives, including leading on the content development, strategic vision and delivery of the MacRoberts Centre for Farming and Rural Skills to ensure that it becomes a nationally recognised centre for excellence in line with the vision of The King’s Foundation. They will also oversee the strategy and operation for Valentin’s Farm and ensure both centres meet the needs of the target audience.

The post holder will take a strategic and operational role in the development and implementation of education activity, training programmes and public events. They will lead on the development and delivery of programmes related to farming and rural skills working to a five-year strategic plan. They will ensure there is seamless progression for learners throughout primary, secondary, post school education and training and continued professional development. The post holder will ensure all programmes link to the priorities laid out in the strategic plan and ensure delivery of relevant and up to date best practice within the farming and rural skills sector is delivered. Programmes should link to UK wide education and industry priorities. The post holder will manage evaluation approaches across the related curriculum areas and be responsible for producing a number of reports in line with funding requirements. The post holder will also prepare and deliver classes where relevant and oversee events across a range of ages while managing a small team of tutors, technical support and consultants to effectively deliver against the aims.

Drawing on the experience and knowledge of the King’s Foundation and the Harmony approach in delivering education, the post holder will be responsible for assisting in the development of a network of affiliate educational institutions, industry partners, placement providers and supporters and ensuring the delivery of high-quality education courses to students.

Key Tasks

Specific Duties will include:

• Support the Education Director in the delivery of the King’s Foundation’s Education Strategy and reviewing against aims and targets annually.
• Strategically lead on the implementation of the five-year plan for MacRoberts Farming and Rural Skills centre to ensure it becomes a nationally recognised centre of excellence while future planning for longevity.
• Oversee the practical farming flagship programme currently under development that links with the academic research team.
• Responsible for line managing education staff and tutors involved in the delivery of the relevant programmes.
• Identify opportunities to develop innovative new programmes to complement the existing education landscape both as commercial opportunities and those that match grant funding priorities in response to sector, environment and policy changes.
• Develop and manage flagship programmes in line with other curriculum areas that fill a gap in provision and demonstrate interdisciplinary learning for secondary schools and new entrants.
• Manage external stakeholders and consultants utilised in the delivery of education programmes.
• When required deliver lessons to a range of stakeholders.
• Alongside the Education Director, plan and manage the budget for the King’s Foundation’s Farming and Rural Skills education programmes.
• With the support of the FRS education team ensure the smooth delivery of the King’s Foundation’s farming and rural skills programmes, a responsibility which will include:

1. Liaising with industry practitioners across the UK to ensure relevant course content.
2. Liaising with key organisations, and stakeholders within the sector, such as Education Scotland, RHET, National Farmers Union and Lantra as well as experts in the field and aligned charitable initiatives.
3. Overseeing the curriculum development of the key areas and ensuring links to CfE, Harmony education and sustainability.
4. Coordinate with other Education Managers to ensure links to other programmes on the estate.
5. Ensuring staff within the team are utilised appropriately to deliver the educational targets and underpinning key messages.
6. Identify opportunities to certificate programmes in line with stakeholder need.
7. Deliver content to a range of ages across the relevant programmes.

• Maintain effective administrative systems, policies, and procedures to provide an organised and efficient structure for the delivery of programmes. These systems will include:

1. Timetables /programming
2. Utilising existing booking systems
3. Attendance records
4. Resource management and budget planning
5. Evaluation of programme delivery
6. Annual and funding report content
7. Adherence to overarching strategic plan

• Manage the development and delivery of the Farming and Rural Skills strategy to build and maintain a sector leading programmes for education engagement, responding to the current climate in regenerative and organic practice.
• Work closely with the wider curriculum team to develop annual and seasonal offerings for multiple client groups.
• Deliver annual events focusing on farming and rural skills as well as supporting wider curriculum events.
• Ensure commercial activity and CPD workshops take place across the year to embed the centre as a sector hub.
• Work with other King’s Foundation departments to ensure links between theory and practice are integrated with education.

It is in the nature of the work of the King’s Foundation that tasks and responsibilities are, in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff are therefore expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises those tasks which are not specifically covered in their Job Description must be undertaken.

Person Specification

The essential skills, knowledge and experience required are:

• Relevant degree level qualification related to the industry or in another relevant subject or
• Relevant and up to date industry experience/knowledge in the farming and rural skills sector.
• Knowledge of the Education environment in relationship to schools and further and higher education, as well as alternative routes into farming and rural skills careers.
• Excellent project management experience, overseeing multiple projects including experience in the running of educational and/or apprenticeship programmes and of managing staff teams.
• Experience in delivering education programmes to a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent understanding of principles of sustainability, and how these relate to the industry and education sectors.
• Excellent network of partnerships or stakeholder relationships within the sector.
• Experience managing grant or foundation funded programmes, including of the reporting and financial management requirements.
• Ability to work proactively and flexibly under pressure and to achieve set objectives.
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrable innovation in approach.
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of and support for the ethos and principles underlying The King’s Foundation and Harmony Education.
• Competencies necessary for the role include strategic thinking, teamwork, performance management, budget management, working to deadlines, organisational and leadership qualities, research and writing skills and influencing skills.
• The ability to communicate efficiently and clearly in spoken and written language with people from a wide range of backgrounds
• Confident use of computers, and ability to create high quality presentations. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (PowerPoint, Excel and Word), Windows XP, Adobe.
• Some travel within the UK and occasionally overseas may be necessary.

Other:

• The post will be based at Dumfries House Estate, Cumnock, KA18 2NJ with the requirement to travel on occasion.
• Your working hours will be 37.5 hours per week (which will include occasional evening and weekend working as required to meet the needs of the centre.
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• This post is considered to be a regulated activity therefore any offer will be subject to a satisfactory disclosure check with the Disclosure Scotland.
• Subject to satisfactory references.
• Salary: £38,000 - £42,500 per annum, Commensurate with role and experience.
• Applications: Please submit a cover letter and CV (please note one A4 page maximum each for CV and letter) to Gordon Watson, email address: - and request an application form.

Farming and Rural Skills Education Manager

The role is pivotal to leading our farming and rural skills education initiatives, driving strategy, delivery, and development of programmes across the MacRoberts Centre for Farming and Rural Skills and Valentin’s Farm.

Pay range : This role offers a pay range of £38,000-£2,500 per annum, commensurate with experience.

The Farming and Rural Skills Education Manager will oversee content development, strategic vision, delivery, and operational management of our farming and rural skills education programmes. They will ensure seamless progression for learners across primary, secondary, post‑school and professional development, align programmes with UK education and industry priorities, and manage evaluation, reporting and budgets.

• Support the Education Director in delivering the King’s Foundation’s Education Strategy and annual targets.
• Strategically lead the implementation of the five‑year plan for the MacRoberts centre to establish it as a national centre of excellence.
• Oversee the practical farming flagship programme and link it with the academic research team.
• Line‑manage education staff and tutors involved in programme delivery.
• Identify and develop innovative new programmes aligned with grant funding priorities.
• Develop and manage flagship programmes across curriculum areas, demonstrating interdisciplinary learning for secondary schools.
• Manage external stakeholders and consultants in education programme delivery.
• Deliver lessons to stakeholders when required.
• Plan and manage the budget for the foundation’s farming and rural skills programmes.
• Maintain effective administrative systems, including resource management, programme evaluation and annual funding reports.
• Coordinate with other Education Managers and cross‑departmental teams to integrate theory and practice.
• Deliver annual events and CPD workshops, ensuring commercial activity and sector hub embedding.

• Relevant degree or equivalent industry experience in farming and rural skills.
• Up‑to‑date industry experience and knowledge of the education environment.
• Extensive project management experience, including educational programmes and staff teams.
• Experience delivering education programmes to diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of sustainability principles within education and industry.
• Strong partnership network within the sector.
• Experience managing grant‑funded programmes and reporting.
• Proactive, flexible, and able to achieve objectives under pressure.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and adept at creating high‑quality presentations.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas.

• Post based at Dumfries House Estate, Cumnock, (KA18 2NJ) with occasional travel.
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Legal right to work in the UK required.
• Regulated activity: offer subject to a satisfactory Disclosure Scotland check.
• Subject to satisfactory references.
• Salary: £38,000 - £42,500 per num.

Please submit a cover letter and CV (one A4 page maximum each) to Gordon Watson ( ) and request an application form.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Education and Management
• Education industry

HM Chief Inspector of Education for Scotland

Join to apply for the HM Chief Inspector of Education for Scotland role at The Scottish Government

This range is provided by The Scottish Government. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Fixed Term Appointment or Secondment for 23 months, with the possibility of an extension.

Are you a transformational change leader looking for your next challenge?

We are looking for a Chief Inspector of Education in Scotland, on a secondment or fixed term appointment basis, to provide significant national leadership, working with leaders across education and Government.

The Scottish Government is committed to implementing significant reform to secure better outcomes for children and young people across Scotland. With statutory powers about to be conferred upon HMCIE, this is an exciting opportunity for a transformational change leader to establish a new independent education inspectorate, His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education (HMIE), and to deliver cultural and system level change.

Advising on complex issues in areas of strong public, media and political interest and scrutiny, you will provide information and evidence to influence educational policy, improve educational practices across Scotland, and communicate inspection findings to diverse audiences including media, internationally and parliamentary committees.

We are seeking a highly respected and influential education leader to deliver a system-wide impact in a short time frame. The successful candidate will take ownership of complex decisions and deliver measurable results.

• Statutory responsibility for setting inspection plans and overseeing the inspection of learning, teaching and assessment to drive improvement, resulting in better outcomes for current and future generations.
• In support of the Government’s overall vision for Scottish education, develop and deliver a two-year strategy for HMIE, integrating new legislative requirements to maximise the inspectorate’s role to promote improvement in education and work in partnership with others.
• Improve and innovate the approach to inspection and ensure that inspections are conducted to the highest standards, maximising their contribution to educational improvement, within finite resources.
• Drive changes in working practices and behaviours which will underpin improved impact from inspection activity and increased efficiency. For example, evidence that the organisation is orientated to system improvement, and sharing practice which is achieving excellence and equity for learners.
• Communicate inspection findings by engaging with senior system leaders, including in schools, local authorities, professional associations, Education Scotland and Scottish Government. Through excellent communication skills cultivate improvement through relationships, challenging policy and practice where necessary to raise standards in performance for learners, based on robust evidence and sound judgement.
• Development and implementation of a sustainable financial and operating model for the new organisation.

• A highly respected and influential education leader, with suitable teaching experience and relevant experience of acting in a senior leadership role in an educational establishment is essential.
• Proven success in both strategic and operational leadership, communicating a clear vision and driving improvements in excellence and equity in education.
• A track record of delivering high-profile cultural and transformational change, with the ability to drive rapid, system-level impact, taking ownership of complex decisions and ensuring delivery.

• Leadership
• Developing Self and Others
• Seeing the Bigger Picture
• Delivering at Pace
• Changing and Improving

Candidates must apply online, providing a CV and supporting statement (of no more than 500 words) that directly addresses the Experience Criteria listed in the Success Profile above. General or unrelated statements will not be accepted and may result in your application being sifted out.

During the interview and assessment process we will test your skills and experience as well as behaviours aligned to this role.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application, but all statements and examples provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified applications will be withdrawn.

The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including education, health, the economy, justice, housing and transport.

The implementation of the Education (Scotland) Act 2025 will see the establishment of the office of His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Education in Scotland (HMCIE). Statutory functions will be conferred on HMCIE, who will lead a new independent education inspectorate, His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education (HMIE).

If the post is offered on a fixed term appointment basis, the salary will be in the range of £111,916 – £162,500, depending on your skills and experience. Alongside your salary, Scottish Government offers an employer contribution of 28.97% towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.

If the post is offered on a secondment basis, the salary will be based on existing terms and conditions between the Scottish Government and your current employer.

Our standard hours are 37 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options depending on the needs of the role.

Although based in Glasgow, HM Inspectors are located across Glasgow, Livingston, Dundee and Aberdeen, as such, the post-holder is required to have a visible presence in all locations, as they lead change across the organisation and wider education system.

The successful candidate, if new to the civil service, will require Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) security clearance. In addition, given the requirements of this role, candidates will require national security vetting to Security Check level as a condition of appointment.

We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.

Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website.

Executive

Full-time

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Government Administration