Oldham Council - Director of Education & Early Years

Salary (£104,337– £115,105)

As Director of Education and Early Years and a member of the senior leadership team, contribute to and support the development, co-ordination and implementation of corporate strategies and policy that will ensure achievement of the co-operative ambitions of the Council.

Be responsible for the design and delivery of aspects of the Council’s transformation programme and provide strong leadership for cooperative behaviours across all portfolio responsibilities.

Provide and recommend strategic direction on all matters within the post holders own portfolio of responsibility to ensure the achievement of the Council’s aims and objectives and effective service delivery.

For more information please download a candidate pack here.

Or alternatively please contact one of our Penna consultants;

Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or amin.aziz@penna.com

Carol Coyle on 07500 887849 or carol.coyle@penna.com

Closing date: 11:59pm, Sunday 11th January 2026

How to Apply

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5. Ensure both CV and Supporting Statement are uploaded before submitting your application.