We are looking for a passionate and experienced education and youth work professional to join our growing team at Scran Academy.

This is an exciting opportunity coming at the start of a new phase of development for the organisation as we launch our next 5-year strategy. The role will suit a compassionate, proactive candidate who is passionate about changing young lives through innovative youth-led approaches to education and employment.

We are looking for an experienced leader with a strong background in youth work and education. Candidates will have experience and expertise in implementing processes which drive measurable impact for young people.

The ideal candidate will be:

• A strategic thinker with the ability to manage complexity, support staff development, and engage with regulatory bodies like the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA).
• A collaborative and hands-on leader who can engage with both senior leadership and frontline staff, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Passionate about changing young people’s lives through youth work, committed to making a measurable difference, and eager to shape the future of youth programmes within Scran Academy.
• Values-led, ready to deeply listen to and meet the needs of young people.