We are seeking to appoint to our team a passionate, inspirational Education Consultant who can deliver support, training and advice to schools, clusters and Multi-academy Trusts. As a consultant you will have a wide range of experience in education; we are especially keen to hear from those who are experienced in School Development and Leadership, Whole School Curriculum Development, or EYFS as we are expanding and developing these areas. This role is part time, working annualised hours on a 39-week basis, 35 hours per week (0.87 contract) working in line with term times in schools. We may be able to offer part time (less than 35 hours per week) work to suitable candidates if requested.
Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- A proven track record of leadership within a school, academy or MAT setting
- Exceptional classroom practice, demonstrating deep subject knowledge and the ability to model highly effective pedagogy
- Strong expertise in teaching, learning and curriculum development, with the confidence to support schools at both strategic and operational levels
- A secure understanding of the National Curriculum (Primary preferred) and/or EYFS, depending on specialism
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, confidentially and in an approachable manner while inspiring, challenging and motivating others
- A reflective, solution‑focused approach, able to respond creatively to school needs
- Comfort working flexibly and autonomously, managing your own schedule and adapting to varied school contexts
- Up‑to‑date knowledge of the educational landscape including challenges, trends and findings in educational research
- Commitment to inclusive practice, with an understanding of diverse learning needs and equitable outcomes
- A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle (or equivalent)
- It would be desirable to also have:
- A passion for innovation, bringing fresh ideas, tools and approaches to the schools you support
- Experience leading whole‑school improvement, coaching colleagues or driving change
- Knowledge or specialism in School Development, Curriculum or EYFS, with the ability to contribute to more than one area of development
- The ability to design and deliver high‑quality training, CPD and bespoke support packages
- The confidence to promote services and products to schools and academies, and to liaise with organisations beyond schools to develop relationships between One Education and external partners
- Further Qualifications in Educational Leadership (NPQs, Masters Degree etc)
- The postholder must have a full driving license & access to their own vehicle
Based in Manchester, One Education is one of the largest education support companies in England. We provide high quality, specialist pupil facing and management services to schools and academies. We currently have an opportunity to recruit a talented and creative Education Consultant to work in our dynamic, progressive and supportive service.
Benefits
- Permanent role with annualised hours aligned to 39 term time weeks, working up to 35 hours per week 0.87 contract pro‑rata salary of up to £45,240
- Paid mileage for travel to schools and meetings paid at 0.80p per mile
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, offering generous employer contributions
- Flexible, hybrid working arrangements, supporting a positive work‑life balance
- Free onsite parking when working from One Education offices
- Manchester based, with travel across Greater Manchester to engage directly with schools and partners
Why work for One Education? xwzovoh
- One of the largest educational support organisations in the North of England
- A culture that champions innovation, diversity, creativity and evidence‑informed practice
- Opportunities to collaborate with experts across School Development, Educational Psychology, Creative Psychotherapy, Welfare & Safeguarding, Music and more
What do we care about?
- The schools, services and the children and young people we support
- Our ethos, values and principles that underpin our work
- Our people their interests, passions and well‑being are truly acknowledged and supported
What is our commitment to you?
- We take pride in ensuring you have a practice portfolio that meets the needs of the communities we support but also tailored to your interests, development and aspirations
- Supportive leadership and the freedom to manage your own diary, building trusted professional relationships with clients
- Professional development opportunities in line with service and individual needs
- Flexible working, access to excellent IT equipment/resources, a generous holiday allowance and competitive salary
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