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Head of Learning and Achievement Up to £100k - Cornwall Council

Head of Learning and Achievement Up to £100k - Cornwall Council

In Cornwall we want all of our learners to achieve their full potential and you will help us attain this. Working with schools, colleges and other key partners, you will drive up standards and ensure Cornwall is leading the way in delivering the highest possible outcomes for children, young people and adults.

You will also be instrumental in shaping our vision for Children's Services and our ambition to be outstanding.

You are a credible leader, an excellent communicator with a track record of delivering change and finding innovative best value solutions. More importantly you will need to build on the developing culture of achieving excellence in educational attainment.

For further information please visit www.cornwall.gov.uk/learningandachievement

Closing date: 4 November 2013. Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and is an equal opportunities employer.

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