Job Title: Assistant Director of CLF Institute
Actual Annual Salary: £66,919 - £73,819 (L13 to L17 based)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week
Additional role info: Working Pattern - Monday to Friday
Provisional Start Date: September 2025

YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO LEAD IMPACTFUL SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT AND SHAPE THE FUTURE OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACROSS OUR TRUST

We are looking for an inspirational and experienced leader to join us as Assistant Director of the CLF Institute (School Improvement). This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality professional development and driving sustainable school improvement across our trust and beyond. You will work closely with the Director of the CLF Institute and lead a dynamic team of school improvement professionals, subject experts, and strategic partners.
As part of our commitment to high expectations, equity, and excellence, you will help shape the educational experiences of thousands of students by supporting leaders and teachers to deliver outstanding outcomes. You will also represent the CLF Institute at local, regional, and national levels, contributing to the wider system leadership agenda.

ABOUT YOU:

You will be:

• A qualified teacher with a strong track record of successful senior leadership and school improvement.
• Experienced in leading professional development, curriculum innovation, and change management with measurable impact on outcomes.
• Skilled in analysing data, evaluating impact, and using evidence-based strategies to drive improvement.
• A confident communicator and collaborator, able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Committed to equity, inclusion, and the success of all learners, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• A strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills, resilience, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Passionate about developing others and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

You will also demonstrate:

• A deep understanding of the education landscape, including Ofsted frameworks, government policy, and the role of professional development in school improvement.
• The ability to lead and manage teams, deploy resources effectively, and contribute to trust-wide planning and decision-making.
• A commitment to the values of the CLF: high expectations, equity, success for all, resilience, and tolerance.

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS VACANCY EARLY, SHOULD WE RECEIVE A HIGH LEVEL OF INTEREST IN THE ROLE. THEREFORE, CANDIDATES ARE ADVISED TO APPLY AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE TO AVOID MISSING OUT.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £66,919.00-£73,819.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 42959
Expected start date: 01/09/202