School Organisation and Place Planning Manager

6 months contract Role with a local authority

Summary

The School Organisation and Place Planning Manager is a pivotal role within the local authority, tasked with leading the strategic planning, coordination, and delivery of school place sufficiency. This position ensures the availability of high-quality school places to meet both current and future demands, while aligning with statutory requirements, demographic growth, and educational priorities. The manager will oversee various school organisation projects, including expansions, new developments, amalgamations, closures, and capacity changes, ensuring that the educational infrastructure supports the community's needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of school place planning strategies to ensure adequate educational provision.
• Analyse demographic, population, housing, and pupil forecast data to determine school place requirements.
• Develop a...