School Effectiveness Advisor


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	24–26 (£74,828- £77,403)
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Newbury, RG14 1BZ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	7 Aug 2026
Closing date:	6 Sept 2026

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Summary

West Berkshire Council is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Regional School Effectiveness Partner to join our School Improvement team. This is a key strategic role, working directly with schools to raise standards, improve outcomes for pupils, and ensure excellence in teaching and leadership across a defined group of schools. You will provide effective challenge and professional support to headteachers, senior leaders and governing bodies, supporting them to deliver sustained school improvement aligned with local and national priorities.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and deliver high-quality school improvement support in line with the council’s service offerProvide challenge, support and intervention to schools, tailored to needAdvise governors on headteacher performance management and leadership effectiveness Use performance data and intelligence to identify risks and drive improvement strategies Maintain robust oversight of school performance, including Ofsted readiness and outcomesSupport schools with curriculum development, assessment and self-evaluationWork collaboratively with education partners, maintaining strong professional relationshipsPromote safeguarding, equality and inclusion across all aspects of the roleWe are ideally looking to offer the successful candidate the full number of hours advertised above. We may however consider offering less hours than advertised providing they meet the requirements of the role and service which will be determined by the recruiting manager.Shortlisting will take place on the 21st of September, successful candidates will be invited to an initial Teams call on the 23rd of September. Final interviews will take place on the 28th of September in Newbury. About YouWe are looking for a candidate who:Has substantial leadership experience as a system leader, ideally as a Headteacher or existing school improvement adviserDemonstrates a strong track record of raising standards and improving outcomesHas excellent knowledge of current educational priorities, inspection frameworks and school improvement practiceSomeone who is evidence-informed and is up-to-date with current pedagogical approachesIs highly skilled in data analysis, evaluation and strategic planningCan influence, challenge and support school leaders effectivelyBuilds positive, credible relationships with a wide range of stakeholdersDemonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration and professional integrityWest Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00 Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the officeAccess to a wide range of training and development opportunities Generous Local Government pension scheme Family friendly policiesA range of local discounts Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 30 days per annum pro rate (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service (pro rata)Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. To apply: please use link provided.

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