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Director of Education and Inclusion

An Opportunity for an Exceptional Leader

Shaping lives. Strengthening Communities. Leading Knowsley forwards.

Salary: £99,161 – £104,870

Location: Huyton – Merseyside

Knowsley Council is looking to recruit an outstanding permanent Director to help drive the next phase of our ambitious transformation and make a lasting difference to the lives of our residents.

We are seeking an inspirational, values-driven leader to join our Corporate Leadership Team as

Director of Education and Inclusion

The role carries responsibility for shaping high-quality, person-centred services, strong partnership working, and sustained improvement across complex systems. This post sits at the heart of Knowsley’s commitment to delivering the very best outcomes for children, young people, families and communities, and provides support to the DCS in their statutory role, acting as their deputy. At the heart of the role is a belief that strong, trusted relationships with residents, partners and colleagues are the most powerful driver of sustainable improvement and better outcomes.

About You

You will be an experienced senior leader with a strong professional background, a track record of driving improvement and assurance, and the credibility to influence at local, regional and national levels. Most importantly, you will share our values, ambition and commitment to inclusion, collaboration and public service. We are looking for a leader who is genuinely committed to co-production, working alongside people with lived experience and our wider communities as equal partners in designing and delivering services.

Why Knowsley

Knowsley is a bold and forward-looking Borough with a strong sense of community and place. You will join a supportive, ambitious leadership team with the freedom to innovate, shape services and leave a genuine legacy.

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For a confidential discussion about the Director (Education and Inclusion), contact Mark Mirfin, Executive Director (Children and Young People).

Closing date: 29 May 2026 at noon

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KNOWSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

Liverpool, UK

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Published on 29 May 2026

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