Do you have a passion for enhancing and improving the quality of education? Are you an experienced education professional, with a strong knowledge of Scottish education policy?
Education Scotland is currently recruiting 10 Inspectors of Education to join the organisation, and help continue to drive improvements across Scottish education.
Who we’re looking for
Education Scotland is seeking experienced education professionals from primary and secondary school sectors. We strongly welcome applications from individuals with Gaelic education expertise.
HM Inspectors of Education play a vital role in influencing policy through sharing insight based on their observations. We are seeking candidates with strategic leadership skills, who can confidently interface with a wide range of stakeholders.
Education Scotland
Education Scotland is an executive agency of the Scottish Government. We support:
- improved learning experiences and outcomes for Scottish learners
- the quality and improvement of education in Scotland
- the professional development of educators
Follow the link below to learn more about our work:
Why become an HM Inspector of Education?
Hear from some of our inspectors:
“This is the most rewarding job I’ve ever had – every day is different, and the work makes a real impact on learners across all sectors of Scottish education, from schools to prisons and beyond.”
Peter – HM Inspector
“This role offers real job satisfaction through improving life chances for learners and contributing directly to national education priorities and policy.”
Louise – HM Inspector
“This role combines inspection, policy work, and professional learning delivery – providing variety, challenge and the chance to engage meaningfully with education professionals.”
Sadie – HM Inspector
What we offer
We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- A competitive civil service salary
- A generous pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development
- Flexible working including hybrid options
- An inclusive workplace committed to equality
- Access to staff health and wellbeing support
- The opportunity to make a difference
Committed to Diversity
We are committed to recruiting a workforce which is reflective of our diverse population, where individual contributions are encouraged and valued.
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants have the opportunity to perform at their best and we offer recruitment and workplace adjustments to anyone who needs them.
Apply now
Visit the job advert via the link below for the full person specification and to apply.