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NITE is growing, both in the number of courses and programmes we offer and the number of teachers and school leaders around the world who undertake training and professional development with us.  As such, the following new position is now available:


Head of School Placements

Permanent, full time

Salary: £42,106 – £51,392

plus up to 10% discretionary performance bonus

Start date: June 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter

Location: Silverstone Park, Northamptonshire (some flexibility may be available)


Coventry University’s National Institute of Teaching & Education (NITE) is a global provider of postgraduate degrees, training and professional development for teachers and school/college leaders. Our courses innovate in their flexibility and blend online and in-person delivery with school-based practice and a highly regarded tutorial programme.


About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join NITE as Head of School Placements, which involves the management of all school placement processes for trainee teachers seeking to gain Qualified Teacher Status.

Working closely with schools across the country, the post-holder will play an important role in ensuring placements are available for trainees, whilst also overseeing the quality assurance processes involved.


About you

We are looking for a highly organised manager, ideally with experience of working within or with schools. The successful candidate will be able to work efficiently, at pace and with excellent attention to detail. They will have previous experience of leading a team from one or more of the following areas: teaching, customer services, project management or partnership development. As important, will be the ability to establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leaders in schools, to ensure successful placements for all trainees.


To apply

For an informal discussion, please contact Deputy Executive Director, Louise Jakes by emailing louise.jakes@coventry.ac.uk

To view our extensive range of employee benefits, please click on the link below.

For more information on NITE please visit our website.

For further information on the role and how to apply please visit: View Job Details

Closing date for applications: Monday 10th April

Interview dates: Week commencing the 17th April


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