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Lead Place Planning Consultant
Job Posted: 13 hours ago
Salary: £ 550 - 650 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Lead Place Planning Consultant (Education)
18 months Interim Contract – Hybrid working.
£550 - £650 per day, Inside IR35 (dependent on experience)
London – Local Authority
My Client in London based Local Authority who are looking to appoint a Lead Place Planning Consultant on an 18-month Interim basis to lead and oversee the councils Place Planning due to the closure of some schools in the borough.
As Lead Pupil Place Planning Consultant, you will be responsible for evaluating pupil place demand and ensuring that local education provision aligns with changing community needs. A key part of your role will be overseeing the strategic process of school closures, ensuring compliance with all legal, financial, and social considerations. You will engage with stakeholders—parents, schools, and local communities—to support smooth transitions and mitigate impacts while maintaining the highest standards of educational provision
Essential Skills & Abilities
Proven experience in education planning, school place management, or a related field within a Local Authority or similar setting.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with experience handling complex policy and legislative frameworks.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage communities sensitively.
Experience leading change management processes within education planning.
Knowledge of statutory processes relating to school closures and educational provision planning.
Job Role
Lead strategic planning for school closures, ensuring efficient resource allocation and adherence to statutory regulations.
Conduct data analysis and forecasting to assess pupil place demands and future trends.
Work closely with education providers, council departments, and community representatives to ensure transparency and effective communication.
Provide expert advice on education infrastructure, demographic changes, and funding implications.
Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership and elected officials
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