Application Guidance

  • To apply, please submit:

    • An up-to-date copy of your CV (four sides of A4 maximum)

    • A supporting statement (four sides of A4 maximum) that addresses the criteria set out in the role profile and uses examples to demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements. It should also cover your motivation for the role and the organisation.

    Applications must include:

    • Full contact details;

    • Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees);

    • Details of your current salary and notice period;

    • Notification of any dates when you are not available for interview.

  • Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a response to confirm that it has been received. If you do not receive this response, please contact us to let us know.

    The deadline for submission of your application is midnight on Sunday 22nd June.

    Applications should be submitted via the following link:

    Director of Education - Apply

    You will receive a response to confirm your application has been received. If you do not receive this response, please contact Anna Shepherd at anna.shepherd@tile-hill.co.uk to let us know.

    Inclusivity and accessibility

    At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals.

    If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email inclusion@tile-hill.co.uk.

Recruitment Timeline

Applications close: Midnight on Sunday 29th June

Longlist meeting: Friday 4th July (no candidate involvement) *please note due to time of meeting candidates may not be contacted until Monday 7th July

Technical interview (virtual): Thursday 10th and/or Friday 11th July

Shortlist meeting: Friday 18th July (no candidate involvement)

Final Panel Process* (in person in Southampton): Thursday 24th and Friday 25th July

*to include stakeholder/partner panel, local area panel and member interview

Our hybrid working policy is designed for flexibility and collaboration. We believe the initial weeks of employment are crucial for integration and understanding our business. Therefore, we expect senior leaders to be visible in the office and in the business during this foundational period. Once established, you'll have the flexibility to work from the main office, home, or other locations as needed, aligning with business requirements and team collaboration.

Key Contacts

For a confidential discussion about either of these role, please contact the following consultants at our recruitment partner, Tile Hill, who will be happy to answer any questions that are not covered here:

Anita Denton, Senior Consultant

07725 554802
anita.denton@tile-hill.co.uk

Helen Alwell, Senior Consultant

07931 543313
helen.alwell@tile-hill.co.uk