Head of Programmes and Projects
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | Blackburn, BB1 2HT |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75779028 |
Summary
Head of Programmes and Projects
At Star Academies, we are committed to transforming lives through education. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Head of Programmes and Projects to lead and manage our Projects Unit.
As Head of Programmes and Projects, you will take responsibility for leading our programme and project management function within our head office. This includes developing and maintaining a robust framework for programme and project delivery, strengthening organisational capability in this area, and managing the Projects Unit.
You will oversee and drive the successful delivery of multiple programmes and projects running concurrently, working in close partnership with colleagues across all levels of the organisation, including senior leadership, to ensure objectives are achieved on time and to an exceptional standard.
This role is crucial in overseeing a diverse programme of new projects, including the development of new schools, converting and transferring academies, and exploring growth opportunities. If you are passionate about driving change and delivering impactful projects, we want to hear from you!
Who we are looking for:
As the successful candidate, you will be an experienced programme and project manager with a proven ability to identify and deliver change using project management techniques and methodology. You will have experience working in a PMO, leading multidisciplinary teams, delivering organisational objectives and driving change and improvement. You will be an inclusive and collaborative team leader, with a keen interest in developing both your team and organisational capacity and capability.
This is a role that will require you to travel anywhere within the UK where new school projects emerge, therefore willingness to travel is essential.
About Star Academies
Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our STAR Values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.
Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level.
We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Wednesday 4 February 2026 at 23:59.
Interview Date: w/c 9 February 2026
Proposed Start Date: negotiable/as soon as possible
Find out more
For more information and to apply online, please go to: Star Academies | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Job Information | Apply for Head of Programmes and Projects
Note, we currently operate hybrid working arrangements (3 days a week at our head office in Blackburn and two days at home).
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