Regional Officer

Regional Officer - North West

Salary - £61,731 rising to £ 64,979 per annum plus cash for car and agile working allowance

Our range of excellent benefits include 39 days holiday allowance including bank holidays in addition to 4 days Christmas closure, 21 hours wellbeing leave, wellbeing contribution, generous pension scheme and commitment to personal growth through funded learning.

Applied pro-rata if working part-time

The successful applicant will be based from home and must have residence in or near the region applied for. The ability to drive and a valid driving licence are essential for this role.

Job summary

Are you looking for a new role that will help to support school leaders, and our union, as we continue to grow and organise across the regions.

We're looking for a committed and determined individual to advise, support and represent our members in England, dealing with a wide range of employment and professional issues that may impact on their continued employment and job security. The role will act as an advocate in relation to internal employment and other procedures to secure the most appropriate resolution for our members.

Our officers provide support for branches and regions within their designated areas ensuring that our campaigning and organising priorities are delivered and lead on training for branch officials.

If you would like the opportunity to influence the future of the education system, this vacancy may be of interest to you.

Person specification

We are looking for an individual with experience of advocacy and representing others in difficult situations, along with strong organising skills. Good negotiation skills balanced with a strong trade union, employment law or education law background are essential for this role.

You will also need to have strong leadership skills and a proven track record of using your own initiative to manage complex and difficult situations. Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to influence are also critical. In order to deliver the best service to members, we ask that candidates for this role are prepared to travel extensively and work long hours when needed to get the job done.

About us

NAHT represents more than 37,000 school leaders in early years, primary, secondary/post primary and special schools, making us the largest association for school leaders in the UK. Our members consist of all categories of school leaders. We provide representation, advice and training for school leaders in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We use our voice at the highest levels of government to influence policy for the benefit of leaders and learners everywhere.

NAHT is an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can embrace and value individuality. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion and encourage all applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact the People team.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 th October 2024

First interview - 28 th October 2024 (via Microsoft Teams)

Second interview - 31st October 2024 (in person, at our offices in London Bridge)

Applications from agencies will not be accepted