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Head of Continued Professional Development (CPD)


Company : Get Further


Location : London, England


Created : 2025-08-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

HEAD OF CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) FOR ENGLISH AND MATHS EDUCATORSLocation: London/HybridHours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week Monday to Friday, flexible working patterns available)Salary: £50,000 (inclusive of London weighting)Contract: Fixed term until March 2027Proposed Start date: ASAP depending on candidates' availability.Complete our online application, including your CV (max 2 pages) and responses to the 3 application questions by 14th May.Suitable candidates will be contacted after the closing date. First round of interviews will take place w/c 19th May online. Second round of interviews will be in person w/c 26th May.Make a National Impact in Further EducationAre you an ambitious, experienced educator with a passion for driving quality in English and maths teaching? Get Further is looking for a Head of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to lead our national CPD programme, support the growth of our training offer, and help transform the lives of thousands of learners.As Head of CPD, you’ll join a mission-driven team focused on improving outcomes for students who haven’t yet achieved gateway qualifications. This is your chance to shape national practice, influence professional development across the Further Education sector, and lead a dynamic team delivering evidence-based, high-quality training.Your role as Head of CPDAs our Head of Continuous Professional Development (CPD), you will:Lead Our National CPD ProgrammeDesign and deliver training that improves teaching in English and maths, with a focus on supporting learners with SEND across Further EducationEnsure our CPD offer is high-quality, evidence-informed, and aligned with our strategic goalsMonitor impact using Salesforce and robust KPIsLead and Develop a Talented TeamLine-manage three subject-specific CPD ManagersFoster a high-performance, values-driven cultureProvide strategic input as part of our Senior Management TeamBuild Partnerships & Grow Our ReachLead on promoting and growing our CPD work, with support from the Chief Programmes OfficerCollaborate with key stakeholders across the Further Education landscapePromote the programme and represent Get Further nationallyOversee Budgets and ReportingManage programme finances, ensuring cost-effectiveness and sustainabilityProvide accurate reports for trustees, funders, and senior leadersYou’re passionate about learning and professional development. You’ve led training sessions, mentored colleagues, and seen the difference great CPD can make not just for teachers, but for the learners they support. You’ve taught GCSE English or maths and understand what it takes to create real change in classrooms.You’ve designed training that’s based on research and grounded in practical experience. You care about quality, not box-ticking. You enjoy working with others, thinking strategically, and making sure things get done well.You’re full of ideas, not put off by a challenge, and always looking to improve. You know how to lead a team, but you’re also hands-on and happy to muck in when needed.And if your OneDrive is full of slide decks, research summaries, and practical resources you’ve shared with others — you’ll fit right in.We’re seeking a Head of CPD who brings:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or international equivalent)3+ years’ teaching experience in English and/or maths at GCSE levelStrong track record in delivering CPD for educatorsA strategic mindset with excellent organisation and attention to detailLeadership experience and the ability to inspire and develop othersExcellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsFamiliarity with data-driven programme improvement and safeguarding best practicesExperience in the Further Education sector and leading national training initiatives is a bonus – but not essential.For full breakdown of our essential and desirable personal specifications, please refer to our recruitment pack.Why work with usJoin a team where your work really matters – and where your wellbeing and development are supported every step of the way.Work-Life Balance36 days of holiday (incl. bank holidays)Hybrid and flexible working – including school hoursRemote-friendly (monthly office visit for non-London staff)DevelopmentOngoing learning and CPD opportunitiesTermly team development days in LondonCycle to Work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCollaborative, inclusive culture with shared values at its heartJoin our missionThe role of Head of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is your opportunity to help tackle educational inequality and make a lasting impact on teachers and learners across England.This is a UK-based post and applicants must be living in and have the right to work in the UK; if applicable, please detail your visa status in your application. Due to our status as a charity, we regret that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Get Further is an equal opportunities employer and will not discriminate against any candidate on the basis of any characteristic protected by the Equality Act 2010.Join our mailing list to receive news and updates from Get Further. You can unsubscribe at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr