Service Director: Education & Skills

 

 

Location: Doncaster

Salary: up to £108,000

Reference: A000998

Status:

It’s all happening in Doncaster.

On one hand, we’re one of the newest cities in the UK, with all of the excitement and ambition that brings; on the other, we’re a ‘place of places’, with historic communities, a shared sense of pride in our achievements, and huge potential. City of Doncaster Council is an ambitious Mayoral authority with a clear purpose to ensure that Doncaster and its people thrive, and that value for money is at the heart of everything we do. If you’re looking for a leadership role with genuine scope, where you can make a real difference from day one, there’s no doubt that Doncaster’s the place.

Our new Service Director for Education & Skills will oversee a dynamic, outcome-focused service which is already making a huge difference to our city. While 92% of our schools are rated ‘good’ or better, and recent outcomes data are very encouraging, we know there’s still more to do. Working with partners, you’ll drive an inclusive education system that delivers opportunities for all. With a rare combination of system insight and education leadership experience, you’ll bring a deep appreciation of how skills and education can help people and places flourish. Your impressive track record must be underpinned by clear personal values, as well as strong analytical and influencing skills.

If you’re passionate about making Doncaster a better place, please view the role profile below.

Role Profile

You can also access our Education & Skills 2030 Strategy below.

Education & Skills 2030 Strategy


To apply:

To apply for this job please click on the Apply button below and fill out the requested information. When prompted, please submit your CV and a Supporting Statement of no more than 1000 words.

With your CV, please also provide the names and contact details of two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be contacted if you reach the final stages, and we will not contact referees without your permission.

Your supporting statement should express why you are interested in this role and what experience you can bring to the organisation. The statement should tackle the specific requirements of the role; outlining examples and outcomes showing how you meet those requirements.

For an informal conversation about this role, please contact:

Rob Naylor
Email: rnaylor@faerfield.co.uk
Tel:  0121 312 3755

Helen Sawbridge
Email: hsawbridge@faerfield.co.uk
Tel:  0121 312 3755

Indicative Timetable

Closing date for applications: Sunday 11 January 2026

Preliminary Interviews: TBC

Final Panel Interviews: TBC
(Dates may be subject to slight change)

Please let us know if there are any interview dates within the indicative timetable on which you are likely to be unavailable.

Faerfield