Executive Director of Education

Glasgow City Council

Executive Director of Education

Salary: £160,556.08 to £177,501.59

Location: City Centre

Closing date: Sunday 25 January 2026
Assessment Centre: 02 February 2026 
Appointment Committee: 20 March 2026 

Scotland’s largest local authority is seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Executive Director of Education. This is a unique opportunity to shape and deliver our vision for Glasgow as a world-class learning city - where every learner can participate, and where all can thrive, flourish, and achieve in our schools and nurseries. Your leadership will be pivotal in improving outcomes for every child and young person across the city.

In Glasgow, we are ambitious for every learner. Equity is at the heart of everything we do, and we measure success by the impact of our collective efforts to remove barriers to learning, including those created by poverty.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead Education Services, overseeing 330 schools and nurseries that serve more than 80,000 children and young people. You will lead a workforce of over 10,500 staff and services worth in excess of £700 million, while contributing to the Council’s strategic objectives as a key member of the Corporate Leadership Team.

To find out more about this role, please visit the dedicated Eden Scott website for more information. For a confidential discussion, please contact Sarah Gracie, Eden Scott on 07999 421 314.

Short listed candidates will be sent invites to the Assessment centre week beginning 02 February 2026 and if selected, an interview by our Senior Officer’s Workforce Committee on the 20 March 2026.

Under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 this post is politically restricted. 

Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment along with eligibility for registration with GTCS, SSSC or another suitable professional registration.

The Council promotes flexible working, is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Apply 

Thank you for your interest, for detailed information on the role and to apply, go to the Eden Scott website where you will find: -

• The role profile and person specification.
• Our leadership competencies framework.

To apply please submit an up-to-date CV with your contact information supported by a personal statement (not to exceed three pages of A4) that outlines how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role. 

Applications should be submitted to sarah.gracie@edenscott.com by no later than Sunday 25 January 2026 (midnight).  You will receive an acknowledgement of receipt within one working day but if you have any concerns, please call Sarah on 07999 421314.

Queries

Should you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please contact Sarah Gracie, Eden Scott on 07999 421 314.

Please disregard the request for your Linked In profile upon applying