Deputy Director – East of England

Deputy Director – East of England - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg Deputy Director – East of England Department for Education Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 19th October 2026 Return to search results Details Reference number 482737 Salary £86,000 Existing Civil Servants will be appointed in line with the Civil Service pay rules in place on the date of their appointment. A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade SCS Pay Band 1 Contract type Permanent Business area DFE - Regions Group Type of role Senior leadership Working pattern Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Cambridge, East of England, CB2 8DR : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Deputy Director will play a critical role in leading the Department’s work within the East of England region, working as part of the regional senior leadership team to improve outcomes for children, families and learners. They will be responsible for strategic leadership and delivery across the region, ensuring effective implementation of Government Priorities in SEND reform, Children’s Social Care reform, school standards, the school system and trust regulation, supporting the senior leadership team to ensure delivery is integrated, high-performing and responsive to local needs. The Deputy Director will operate as a senior system leader, shaping how national policy is delivered locally, leading complex multi-disciplinary delivery through others, and taking ownership of significant risks and performance challenges. Please note that regula