Regional Director
1 day ago
Manchester
We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. At OFG, we're proud to be part of the 4-Day Working Week trial – a bold step toward giving our teams more time to recharge, refresh, and enjoy life outside of work. That means you could be working 80% of your usual hours, while still earning 100% of your pay. Job Title: Regional Director - Options Salary: Up to £110,000 per annum + Car Allowance. Location: Northern England and home based with regular travel. Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 9-5 The Role: The Regional Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across a defined region. This role ensures that schools meet their development plans, achieve group-wide expectations, and deliver excellent outcomes for children and young people. This position provides additional leadership capacity within the region and ensures consistent oversight across multiple sites, with a focus on quality, safeguarding, staff wellbeing, financial performance, and growth. Key Responsibilities • Provide overall leadership and management of schools within the designated region., • Drive continuous improvement in quality standards, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance., • Monitor financial performance, budgets, and sustainability targets., • Support, challenge, and develop school leaders, promoting a culture of accountability and improvement., • Champion and embed OFG values, policies, and frameworks across the region., • Lead and support change initiatives to deliver sustainable improvement., • Strengthen communication and collaboration between schools and central services., • Represent OFG at external stakeholder meetings and with commissioners. Person Specification Essential Experience: • Proven senior leadership experience in education or another regulated multi-site environment., • Strong track record of managing and improving performance across multiple services or schools., • Demonstrated ability to deliver sustainable financial and operational outcomes., • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills., • Knowledge of Ofsted or other regulatory frameworks., • Experience in managing change or growth programmes., • Evidence of successful collaboration with external partners or commissioners. Standard Responsibilities • Participate in annual performance review., • Work in accordance with OFG Group policies, procedures, and statutory regulations., • Observe confidentiality appropriate to the role., • Comply with Health & Safety requirements to ensure personal and colleague wellbeing., • Undertake other duties as reasonably required. Why join Outcomes First Group? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high-quality special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland, and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for. Our divisional brands include Acorn Education, Options Autism, Blenheim Schools, and Momenta Connect. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise We listen. We never assume. We work together. To make the remarkable happen. We are accountable. To each other and for one another. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to first-class mental health support services and physical health checks, • Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity and paternity leave, plus paid fertility treatment support Plus, access to our market-leading Flexible Benefits Platform, allowing you to choose what works for you, including: • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of discount options in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. Please note: 4DWW is subject to successful completion of your probation period and is not a contractual benefit